Traveling Assistant Project Manager

Enterprise Electrical•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the successful execution of electrical construction projects through planning, coordination, and day-to-day project management activities. Working closely with Project Managers, field leadership, vendors, and internal teams, the APM helps ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards. The role supports documentation, project performance tracking, procurement and financial processes, and communication across the project lifecycle. The position combines office and field work, primarily on active construction sites, and may require travel between assigned project sites. Work conditions can include outdoor weather, noise, dust, vibration, moving equipment, and proximity to energized equipment, elevated work areas, excavations, and restricted spaces. The role is full-time, primarily day shift, with hours that vary based on the job site and business needs. Start or end times may occasionally change, and evenings or weekends may be needed based on workload or deadlines. No overtime is expected.

Requirements

Basic understanding of electrical construction methods, materials, and project workflows.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to work collaboratively with field teams, project managers, and stakeholders.
Working knowledge of safety practices and jobsite requirements.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
Equivalent electrical or construction field experience may substitute for formal education.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience with construction or project management software.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.
First Aid / CPR / AED certification.
Experience in electrical construction.
Experience working on commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
Experience supporting multiple projects or working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist the Project Manager with day-to-day project operations and administrative tasks.
Support preparation, review, and tracking of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project logs.
Help organize weekly project schedules, manpower plans, material deliveries, and long-lead tracking.
Attend internal and external project meetings and prepare meeting notes or action items.
Maintain project documentation and distribute updates to stakeholders in a timely manner.
Conduct periodic site walks with the Project Manager or Superintendent to observe progress and verify installation compliance.
Document field conditions, track percent of completion, and report potential delays.
Coordinate with field leadership on project goals, safety standards, and execution plans.
Assist in monitoring labor hours, equipment usage, and material costs.
Review purchase orders, delivery tickets, and subcontractor invoices for accuracy.
Help prepare weekly project summaries and cost-to-complete updates for leadership.
Support communication among clients, general contractors, engineers, and Enterprise Electrical teams.
Represent Enterprise Electrical professionally when interacting with external partners.
Reinforce Enterprise Electrical’s Safety Standards during site visits.
Help ensure project activities align with NEC, local codes, and company quality requirements.
Assist with closeout tasks, including punch list documentation, as-built coordination, and turnover packages.
May assist in coordinating field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors as directed by the Project Manager.