Associate Project Manager

NTI Connect LLC•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the role are the administration of assigned construction jobs. This position requires fieldwork and may include weekends, holidays, and off hours. Rare travel may be required depending on business needs.

Requirements

Basic understanding of communications cabling types.
Familiar with both overhead and underground construction practices in metro and long-haul environments.
Working knowledge of safety, security, Telcordia standards and industry best practices.
Familiarity with the materials, manufacturers, and equipment related to communications, cabling products, specifically UTP and fiber optic cable, Maxcell, sub-duct, fiber panels and enclosures, etc.
Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and diagrams, and all other provided materials.
Extrapolate requirements to create take off materials including quotes, scope of work (SOW), method of procedure, etc.
Basic ability to accurately estimate labor effort and material requirements.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, focused on customer service.
Proficiency with MS office suite, Outlook, Power Point.
Must hold a valid driver's license.
High School diploma or equivalent.
PMP or equivalent certification or a minimum of 1 year managing critical environment construction.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Visio, Bluebeam Revu, or Revit a plus.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a PM/SPM, work on assigned projects, shepherding them to successful completion.
Assist in building project plans, scope of work (SOW), bill of materials (BOM), order and track materials, and schedule team members.
Track and assist on multiple projects concurrently.
Review assigned projects for accuracy, profitability, and adherence to corporate values.
Join PM inspections of field projects.
Participate in pre-construction and regular status meetings with customers and other vendors. Ensure clear expectations, scopes of work.
Attend site walks and validate that plans and expectations align with conditions.
Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure project success. Validate material inventories and appropriate resources are scheduled to make all job time lines.
Prepare all reports and close out documents per job requirements.
Be reachable 24/7 to support customers and team members with urgent needs, including emergency and scheduled maintenance, outages, and quick turn quoting.