Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Contractor)

Feyen Zylstra•Ladson, SC

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Feyen Zylstra is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for their Charleston, SC office. This role supports Project Managers and Account Managers in improving financial position, mitigating risk, and guiding assigned projects. The Assistant Project Manager collaborates with Project Managers, Account Managers, Field Operations, Purchasing, and Leadership to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder, problem solver, information seeker, detail-oriented, process-oriented, and a "scorekeeper" who understands the importance of tracking progress and results.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management OR 2+ years of experience in electrical construction management and installation.
Electrical experience is a MUST.
Experience with projects valued at or above $750,000.
Prior experience working directly with customers.
Knowledge of Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint.
Strong planning, organizing, delegation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Skilled at leading teams (formally or informally) and influencing others, including conflict management skills.
Ability to travel regionally to project sites as needed.
Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers and Account Managers with activities that improve financial position, mitigate risk, and support the overall direction of projects.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Account Managers, Field Operations, Purchasing, and Leadership to contribute to successful projects.
Gather information for accurate work and contribute to team success.
Ensure work is professional and error-free, meeting deadlines.
Mitigate problems through proper use of processes, standards, and early risk assessment.
Document, track project data, keep dashboards up-to-date, and communicate pertinent information to others.