Assistant Project Manager I or II ( T&D Electrical Construction)

MYR Group•Alvarado, TX

25d

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager I or II assists in overseeing construction projects to deliver exceptional client results, generate profit, and build lasting client relationships. The role supports a range of project-management duties for electrical construction projects and works closely with project managers, clients, crews, superintendents, vendors, subcontractors, and other company departments. The position requires studying bid specifications and drawings, helping resolve project issues, coordinating project delivery, monitoring safety practices, preparing look-ahead documents and progress reports, and preparing construction schedules. Essential functions are performed at a company-designated office or field location. The role may involve attending networking events and traveling to conferences and job sites as needed.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as an Estimator or Project Engineer in the electrical construction industry.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience in lieu of a degree.
Proficiency with MS Excel and Word.
Superior verbal and written communication skills.
Superior analytical and organizational skills.
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills.
OSHA certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist the Project Manager with a wide range of service management duties.
Proactively develop effective and efficient solutions to issues that may arise.
Study bid specifications and drawings carefully.
Communicate continuously with clients.
Deliver projects in a timely manner.
Attend networking events and travel to conferences and job sites as needed.
Build and maintain long-lasting relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
Coordinate closely with crews, superintendents, and other company departments.
Ensure safety procedures and policies are in place and followed.
Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly and monthly progress reports.
Prepare construction schedules using Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and applicable industry-specific professional and ethical standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, basic vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, hearing, and mental health coverage, with low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums; the stated weekly premium is $15 for employee-only or employee-plus-family coverage.
Dental coverage with a 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program providing $1,200 annually for health- and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual paid time off starting at 15 days, plus 10 paid holidays, including a floating Cultural Celebration Day.
401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and potential annual profit sharing.
Educational assistance program supporting educational costs, internal training, and more.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Voluntary plans are available, including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness coverage, identity theft protection, group legal, group auto and home, and additional voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents.