Assistant Project Manager - Studies and Planning

Electrical Consultants, Inc.•Madison, WI

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Electrical Consultants, Inc., a leading power engineering consulting firm, has an immediate opening for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to assist in the electrical studies group in either the Chesapeake, VA or Madison, WI offices. The APM assists a team of engineers that develop a wide variety of electric system planning and design studies and analysis tasks that include AC and DC power systems. This position has growth opportunity for an individual who is motivated and able to learn new skills. The successful candidate will work on a team led by experienced electrical engineers and APMs.

Requirements

High school diploma and 2- or 4-year college degree
Computer literate
Proficiency using spreadsheets, e-mail and typing
Ability to learn complex tasks
Well organized and detail oriented
Effective writing/communication skills
Knowledge of and/or ability to learn other computer software programs
Ability to learn technical concepts
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed
Must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future

Nice To Haves

Training in math, physics, or engineering course work a plus

Responsibilities

Aiding electrical engineers
Requesting/organizing/validating/updating study information related to multiple simultaneous projects
Update planning task tracking tools
Develop and maintaining electric system models
Work with engineers to prepare narrative reports with charts and tables
Assist other staff as required
Communicating and collaborating with multiple groups within ECI on project related items
Assisting with developing estimates
Proofreading reports for grammar, spelling, and format
Administering or coordinating project meetings and general program management
Light administrative support may also be required