Assistant Project Manager

E2 Optics•Abilene, TX

13d

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager supports commercial and data center construction and project management activities, including structured cabling and rack infrastructure projects. The role participates in the request for proposal process, reviews plans, specifications, bid forms, contracts, and work orders, and provides an initial client interface to assess project scope, schedule, and resource needs. The position works with Operations and other teams to plan mobilization, materials, equipment, labor, and resources, and to manage schedules, costs, subcontractors, vendors, and customer communications. The Assistant Project Manager monitors installation progress and project profitability, coordinates quality requirements with the QA/QC team, manages customer updates and acceptance, prepares change orders with project partners, and supports project close-out. The role also represents the company in client meetings, helps ensure contractual requirements and service level agreements are met, and provides coaching and guidance to team members while supporting continuous improvement and Lean initiatives. Overnight travel is generally expected, and the employee must be willing to travel as required. The standard work environment includes an indoor business office and construction sites with usually moderate noise. The job involves sitting, use of hands and arms, verbal communication, frequent standing and walking, and occasional stooping or kneeling. It regularly requires lifting or moving up to 40 pounds, frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, carrying and climbing ladders up to 20 feet, and potentially working in tight or confined spaces. The employee may need to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs if required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with experience.
At least 2 years of experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management, including installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure, and management of large-scale build projects.
Ability to communicate effectively, prioritize, and manage time.
Experience managing large-scale client projects with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts.
Product experience with Panduit, CommScope, Corning, and other products.
Successful completion of previous telecommunication projects.
Experience managing large projects valued at $1 million or more and service contracts.
Ability to exercise considerable decision-making authority regarding procedures, plans, and schedules.
Proficiency in problem solving and root cause analysis to determine feasible solutions.
Knowledge of general building codes and BICSI standards.
Knowledge of the structured cabling industry, including technology, quality, and safety standards.
Ability and willingness to travel as required, including generally expected overnight travel.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting, carrying, walking, climbing ladders, and potentially working in confined spaces.
Ability to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs if required.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree.
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
BICSI RCDD certification.
BICSI RTPM certification.
OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and comply with company and client worksite safety policies and procedures.
Promote company Core Values and help foster a family-centric culture.
Participate in the RFP process and review plans, specifications, and bid forms.
Review contracts and work orders for content, validity, and changes.
Cultivate and maintain customer relationships to secure and expand business opportunities.
Assess project scope, schedule, and required resources with clients.
Work with Operations to ensure materials, equipment, and labor are available.
Develop mobilization and resource plans, and oversee acquisition of required equipment.
Manage project schedules to control costs and meet contract requirements.
Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships and streamline project activities.
Communicate customer and job requirements, project updates, scope changes, order changes, and other project events to staff, upper management, and internal resources.
Participate in progress meetings and provide customer progress reports as contractually required.
Work with PM/PE/SI to prepare and manage change orders using customer-required tools.
Monitor onsite installation activities to help deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Partner with the QA/QC Team to communicate and achieve specifications in accordance with client quality plan requirements.
Manage job cost, profitability, and schedules through internal systems and reports; track project cost versus performance and help ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Coordinate with customer teams to meet master schedules, including providing work dates for scheduled items, and ensure service level agreements are met.
Represent the company in client project meetings and participate in assigned company meetings and conference calls.
Coordinate with PE to complete project close-outs efficiently and accurately, and assist with accounts receivable when required.
Manage customer acceptance and project signoff.
Coach, develop, and guide direct reports and/or team members, encouraging Lean practices and development in emerging technologies.
Drive continuous improvement activities and support site Lean initiatives aligned with corporate strategic goals.
Travel as required by E2 Optics.