Assistant Project Manager - Michels Trenchless, Inc.

Michels Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

Michels Trenchless, Inc. sets the standard for complete infrastructure construction and rehabilitation with minimal surface disruptions. We've been performing trenchless construction for decades, and it shows. Our leaders, managers, and field personnel have amassed an extensive resume of successful projects. Regardless of whether we are working close to home or thousands of miles away, our people deliver consistent quality, safety, and performance. Do you? Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Trenchless, Inc. can change yours. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the successful execution of smaller projects under the direct supervision of a Project Manager. Responsibilities include reviewing project proposals and plans to understand scope, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements. You will assist with contract and subcontractor management from initial discussions through close-out, ensuring compliance and tracking key performance and financial metrics. This role involves maintaining accurate documentation for accounting, cost reporting, billing, scheduling, procurement, and budgeting, as well as preparing reports for management. You will coordinate project schedules with field teams, attend construction-related meetings, and document activities to keep projects on track. Additional duties include assisting with agency and client correspondence, reporting requirements, and preparing proposals and estimates. Why Michels Trenchless, Inc.? We extend the limits of possibilities in trenchless construction We will never ask you to prioritize speed ahead of safety We are family owned and operated We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year We share experience and insights to develop industry leaders We are a part of the Michels Family of Companies, a global leader in energy and infrastructure construction Michels offers a comprehensive benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements, including medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan, legal plan, and identity theft and monitoring plan. 15 to 25 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually. Why you? You take pride in completing projects others would not attempt You want to take the lead with evolving technology You enjoy knowing the best work requires a total team effort You like to know your ideas and dedication are noticed and appreciated You are a great communicator

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination.
Experience with project financials, scheduling, risk management and reporting
Prior management experience is required
Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
Travel is required for this position

Nice To Haves

Experience with multiple project delivery methods including Design Bid Build, Design Build, Progressive Design Build, CMGC and other is desired
Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Engineer (PE) is desired but not required
Experience with Primavera, HCSS, B2W, MS Office Suite and MS Projects is desired

Responsibilities

Reviewing project proposals and plans to understand scope, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
Assist with contract and subcontractor management from initial discussions through close-out, ensuring compliance and tracking key performance and financial metrics.
Maintaining accurate documentation for accounting, cost reporting, billing, scheduling, procurement, and budgeting, as well as preparing reports for management.
Coordinate project schedules with field teams
Attend construction-related meetings, and document activities to keep projects on track.
Assisting with agency and client correspondence, reporting requirements, and preparing proposals and estimates.