Associate Construction Project Manager

MP Systems | PPC Partners • Ham Lake, MN

35d

About The Position

The Associate Project Manager role is ideal for professionals looking to take
the next step in their career within the electrical utility construction
industry—a fast-growing, essential sector. Guided by experienced Project
Managers and grounded in our core values of safety, teamwork, integrity, and
continuous improvement, this position supports projects from planning through
completion. The role provides hands-on field experience and progressive
responsibility across scheduling, estimating, procurement, and customer
coordination. As experience grows, the Associate Project Manager will develop
project leadership skills, strong safety awareness, and a solid understanding of
operational systems—building a foundation for long-term growth and advancement
within the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Building Science, etc.), or related
• Prior experience in contracting, engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Help establish what is to be done on a week-to-week basis, when, and by whom
• Analyze and forecast factors that affect results to maximize efficiency
• Develop appropriate programs, strategies, and supervision
• Will learn the scheduling process; take responsibility for it on assigned projects
• Be trained to use estimating information to manage labor and material costs effectively
• Share manpower, resources, and tools across branches as needed
• Assist and work with Project Managers to manage resources, tooling, and permits as needed
• Will learn the procurement process and will be responsible for ordering materials on assigned projects
• Gain understanding of the collection and billing process; take responsibility for it on assigned projects
• Manage billings
• Understand and assist in bidding jobs (including estimates, proposal specifications, drawings, and takeoff information)
• Manage projects to deliver on customer requirements of scope, timeline, and budget
• Assume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials & equipment, and contractual performance of the project
• Work with Project Managers to learn how develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service is provided to guarantee sales
• Take prompt action to resolve any customer complaints
• Always be growing and improving both yourself and your entire team

Benefits

• No cost premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of PTO to start + paid holidays + PTO Purchase Program for added flexibility
• Employee Ownership to build long-term wealth
• 401(k) with company contributions
• A culture rooted in Servant Leadership, Integrity, Humility, Courage, Passion, and Wisdom

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level