Assistant Project Manager - Federal

Quanta Services • Cheyenne, WY

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About The Position

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing large federal electrical construction projects. The role supports project scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting, and quality assurance, helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established standards. The position works closely with project teams, clients, and other stakeholders and requires frequent travel to construction project sites. Most work takes place at construction job sites, where typical conditions may include extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud, debris, welding, leading edges, trenching, shoring, and confined spaces. The employee may visit multiple locations in a single day.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible to satisfy applicable government security and compliance requirements. IME conducts background checks on final candidates. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

IME describes itself as an electrical contractor serving commercial and industrial buildings in the Western United States and as part of Quanta Services. The company emphasizes safety, quality, integrity, professional growth, and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

• Strong ability to perform due diligence and conduct project risk assessments.
• Knowledge of building construction methods, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including explaining complex information to audiences with varying technical knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to integrity, ethics, and professional conduct.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently to construction project sites.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, BlueBeam, and Accubid.
• Demonstrated success supporting projects through completion while meeting schedule and budget objectives.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction in large-scale federal environments.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers and stay informed of market trends.
• Thorough knowledge and application of safety standards in electrical construction.
• Ability to contribute to project quality, coordination, and team success.
• Experience supporting or managing industrial and/or commercial electrical construction projects; federal-client experience is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to satisfy applicable government security and compliance requirements.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, skills, and training.
• Experience in electrical construction project management.
• Experience supporting federal clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Support the identification and allocation of labor, materials, and other resources for project execution.
• Help assign tasks, establish expectations, and guide efficient resource use and achievement of project milestones.
• Monitor project risks, assist in resolving issues, and support project-plan adjustments to minimize disruptions and maintain progress.
• Implement and support quality control procedures to ensure projects meet federal standards and project requirements.
• Monitor construction activities, evaluate progress, and identify potential concerns.
• Participate in project status meetings to review performance, schedules, and objectives.
• Help maintain project schedules and ensure construction activities progress according to established timelines.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager to keep project documentation accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Address client concerns proactively and support customer service throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal and external project partners to support successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Promote and support IME’s safety culture across project activities.
• Represent the company in the electrical contracting industry and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage options for eligible full-time employees, effective the first of the month after hire.
• Substantial paid time off.
• Immediate eligibility to contribute to a 401(k) with a generous company match; contributions are fully vested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed