Project Manager / Assistant Project Manager
About The Position
Melton Electric is hiring Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers in Houston, Texas. We're looking for motivated professionals who want to manage challenging electrical construction projects while working alongside an experienced team. Whether you're an Assistant Project Manager ready to take the next step or an experienced Project Manager looking for greater responsibility, you'll play a key role in delivering projects from preconstruction through closeout. Melton Electric is a second-generation, family-owned electrical and structured cabling contractor based in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1969, we specialize in healthcare, commercial, aviation, industrial, and other large-scale construction projects throughout Texas. We run lean teams, move quickly, and expect our people to take ownership, solve problems, and build strong relationships with our customers and field teams.
Requirements
- Assistant Project Manager: 2+ years of experience supporting electrical construction projects
- Project Manager: 5+ years of experience managing commercial electrical construction projects
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, and project management
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated professional who takes ownership and follows through
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Accubid, or similar construction software is preferred
Responsibilities
- Manage electrical construction projects from preconstruction through final completion
- Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and schedules
- Review drawings, specifications, and contracts to define project scope and identify risks
- Manage submittments, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation
- Coordinate with owners, general contractors, engineers, vendors, and field leadership
- Procure major equipment and subcontractors while managing costs and delivery schedules
- Conduct jobsite visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and support field operations
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and proactively solve project challenges
- Work closely with estimating during project turnover and throughout construction
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget
Benefits
- Work on some of Houston's most complex healthcare, aviation, commercial, and mission-critical projects
- Direct access to company leadership with the ability to make an immediate impact
- Lean organization where your ideas and decisions matter
- Long-term career growth with opportunities to lead larger and more complex projects
- Family-owned company with over 55 years of stability and a reputation for quality
- Competitive compensation and benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
