Assistant Project Manager

Leed Electric Inc•Huntington Beach, CA

1d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting in the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome for several concurrent projects, from pre-construction to closeouts. Reports to the Project Manager.

Requirements

Minimum Experience: 5 years of progressive project management experience in electrical construction or a related construction discipline.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and experience considered.
Valid California Driver’s License required.
Knowledge of construction technology, cost management, scheduling, equipment, and methods required.
Advanced abilities in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
In-depth knowledge of the NFPA/NEC codes.
Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and procedure.
Basic understanding of California Construction Law and claims avoidance principles
Experience managing electrical construction projects.
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Problem-solving skills with a proven ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and discretion.
Understanding of the financials of a project and how to forecast.
Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and negotiate effectively with team members, customers, consultants, vendors, and partners.
Business development / heavy client interaction.
Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively communicate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, employees, and project stakeholders by telephone, email, and other communication methods.
Regular telephone communication with customers and business contacts is an essential part of the position.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
Bluebeam skills (CAD and BIM) as well as Accubid and ProCore a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing drawings for questions or changes to be submitted via RFI.
Review RFI’s received from vendors and subcontractors.
Assist with preparation of all change orders on the project.
Assist with development of cost and billing projections and project Schedule of Values (SOV).
Maintain liaison with prime client and A/E to facilitate construction activities.
Monitor construction activities in conjunction with the onsite Foreman and Division Superintendent to ensure project is being built on schedule, and within budgets.
Manage subcontractor activities including associated costs, schedule, and related change orders.
Represent company/project in meetings with client, subcontractors, etc.
Engage in business development.
Assist with managing financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain a good relationship with the client.
This position may require occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, and company locations within the assigned region.
Perform other duties as assigned by Project Manager.