Electrical Assistant Project Manager

Upchurch•Jackson, MS

26d

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The role works closely with Project Managers, field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to help keep projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with company quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Requirements

Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and general construction processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project management software.
Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
Ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment under schedule pressure.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electrical construction or commercial/industrial construction environments.
Familiarity with Procore, BuildOps, Bluebeam, or ERP systems.
Understanding of project cost tracking and construction documentation processes.

Responsibilities

Support Project Managers with daily project execution and coordination activities.
Track project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
Coordinate with field supervision, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
Assist with manpower planning and material logistics.
Participate in project meetings, job walks, and coordination sessions.
Process and track purchase orders, subcontracts, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
Monitor job costs, labor productivity, budget versus actual costs, and billing progress.
Assist with monthly cost projections and Estimated Cost to Complete (ECC) reporting.
Support change pricing and proposal updates.
Maintain project files and closeout documentation, including as-builts/redlines, O&M manuals, warranty documentation, inspections, and permits.
Manage drawing revisions and document control processes.
Coordinate with superintendents, foremen, BIM/VDC teams, and safety personnel.
Assist in resolving material shortages and field-related issues, and communicate regularly with field teams.
Maintain professional communication with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and engineers.
Assist with proposal requests and pricing updates, and help build and maintain client and vendor relationships.
Ensure project documentation aligns with company and jobsite safety requirements.
Assist with jobsite compliance tracking, training records, permit coordination, and quality control documentation.
Review RFIs and submittals; update project schedules; process material releases; track deliveries and procurement status; attend coordination and progress meetings; review labor and production reports; assist with change order pricing; update BuildOps, Procore, and ERP systems; and coordinate project closeout items.