Electrical Assistant Project Manager - Procurement

Miller Electric Company • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Procurement Assistant Project Manager at Miller Electric supports the Project Manager in coordinating all aspects of electrical construction projects, with a significant emphasis on procurement and material management. This role ensures materials are sourced, purchased, and delivered accurately and on time to keep projects running efficiently. The APM works closely with field teams, vendors, and internal departments to maintain schedules, control costs, and support successful project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (i.e. Construction Management, Finance/Business or Electrical Engineering), Journeymen License or Master Electrician
• 1–3 years of experience in construction project coordination, procurement, or related field (electrical contracting preferred).
• Procurement experience and must understand billing and collections
• Good knowledge of how to read electrical drawings
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly with project teams, vendors, and field personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction management software preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• 30 Hour OSHA Certification required within the first year
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
• Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of electrical materials, equipment, and vendor networks is a plus.
• Experience with construction management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and managing day-to-day project activities to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Lead procurement-related tasks, including gathering material needs, issuing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and resolving material delays.
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, and Prefabrication to confirm material specifications and ensure timely availability of equipment and supplies.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, clarify lead times, and follow up on outstanding orders.
• Maintain and update procurement logs, delivery schedules, submittal status, and other project documentation.
• Support submittal preparation and approval processes, ensuring materials align with project plans and specifications.
• Monitor material costs and assist in tracking project budgets, change orders, and cost projections.
• Assist with project scheduling, meeting minutes, document control, and coordination between internal stakeholders.
• Help identify procurement risks or supply chain issues and proactively coordinate solutions.
• Support project closeout by collecting required documentation, warranties, O&M manuals, and final procurement records.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric/Emcor)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

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