Associate Project Manager

MGE Underground, Inc. • San Jose, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Associate Project Manager, you will be responsible for completing all assigned tasks by organizing and controlling all elements of a project. This position will schedule, plan, forecast, resource, and manage all activities aiming at assuring project accuracy and quality from conception to completion. Your ultimate responsibility is to bring a budgeted and successful project to life while satisfying all parties involved.

Requirements

• Knowledge of construction procedures.
• Understands the process of building a job from start to finish.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, plans, specs, contracts, and purchase orders.
• Proficient in planning, scheduling, and production.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent analytical and planning skills.
• Organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding MGE’s policies, procedures, and software programs.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 3 years of verifiable utility construction management experience with a degree OR 5 years of verifiable utility construction management experience without a degree.
• Valid Class C Driver’s License; clean driving record and no driving restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• B.S. Degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management
• Experience in estimating.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of the project cycle: pre-fielding, estimating, development, construction, billing, and final acceptance.
• Coordinate with the Superintendents regarding daily schedules, including manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, suppliers, etc.
• Assist in creating the baseline schedule from the job estimate.
• Write effective proposals, RFIs, and letters of intent.
• Schedule and attend pre-construction with Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Communicates with internal team, public officials, general public, and customers regarding project plans & designs, identified problems, proposed solutions, and estimated time frames.
• Create sub-contract agreements and manage sub-contractors.
• Review daily timecards/quantities and generate master/field files.
• Responsible for assisting with billings, WIP reports, forecasts, project cash flow, etc.
• Ability to manage and complete several projects concurrently, depending on scope and complexity.
• Interprets applicable codes, industry standards, and regulations and educates others.
• Ensure adherence to all Company safety policies and OSHA safety standards.
• Travel to job sites when needed.
• Responsible for the supervision and training of Senior Construction Project Coordinators and Construction Project Coordinators.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K
• Flex-time vacation policy for exempt employees.
• Ten paid company holidays.
• Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
• Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.
• Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
• Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees