Residential Assistant Project Manager

Adams•Elkhorn, WI

14h

About The Position

Adams, Inc. is seeking an experienced, highly organized Assistant Project Manager to support residential electrical projects from kickoff through completion. The role works closely with the Project Manager, electricians, field leadership, builders, homeowners, suppliers, and inspectors to coordinate schedules, materials, permits, inspections, project documentation, costs, and open issues. This is not an entry-level construction position; candidates need residential electrical field experience and a practical understanding of residential electrical systems, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and electrical blueprints and plans. The Assistant Project Manager helps keep multiple projects moving by maintaining project information, coordinating communications and logistics, identifying discrepancies and potential issues, and following up to obtain needed information. The role also supports jobsite visits, project closeout, and safe work practices. Compensation is $30–$40 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Demonstrated work experience in the residential electrical field.
Practical knowledge of residential electrical systems, installation methods, materials, and construction practices.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application to residential electrical construction.
Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, plans, specifications, schedules, and other construction documents.
Experience coordinating project schedules, materials, purchase orders, permits, inspections, documentation, or customer and contractor communication.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple active projects, priorities, deadlines, and outstanding items.
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to recognize missing or conflicting information and proactively determine whom to contact to obtain what is needed.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with project stakeholders.
Comfort with technology and learning new software applications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
High school diploma or GED required.
Candidates should be comfortable coordinating project details, following up with multiple people, keeping detailed records, and identifying issues before they affect the schedule or customer.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of residential electrical construction, electrical project coordination, project support, or related experience preferred.
Experience with ServiceTitan or other construction/project management software preferred, but not required.
Associate degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Business, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
Electrical trade education, apprenticeship experience, or a Wisconsin electrical credential is a plus.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Project Manager with residential electrical projects from kickoff through final completion.
Maintain project schedules, milestone dates, task lists, and follow-up items.
Coordinate materials, equipment, deliveries, permits, inspections, and project documentation.
Read and interpret electrical blueprints, plans, specifications, schedules, and scope documents.
Apply practical knowledge of residential electrical installations and NEC requirements when reviewing and coordinating project information.
Identify discrepancies, missing information, scope questions, and potential project issues, and work with appropriate parties to obtain answers.
Prepare and organize purchase orders, change-order documentation, project correspondence, and closeout information.
Track project costs, labor hours, materials, change orders, and budget information.
Communicate with builders, homeowners, vendors, suppliers, inspectors, sales representatives, electricians, and field leadership.
Help ensure electricians and field leaders have current project information, plans, materials, and schedules.
Maintain accurate project information and documentation in ServiceTitan and other company systems.
Assist with jobsite visits to monitor progress, verify information, and track outstanding items.
Coordinate permit and inspection activity and help resolve scheduling or documentation issues.
Follow up with internal and external contacts to obtain information needed to keep projects moving.
Identify potential problems, delays, or customer concerns and escalate them to the Project Manager when appropriate.
Support project closeout, including punch-list items, final inspections, documentation, and record organization.
Promote safe work practices and compliance with applicable electrical codes, company standards, and project requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.