Project Manager Assistant

IES Electrical•Lithia Springs, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is seeking a full-time Assistant Project Manager in Lithia Springs, GA. This role assists the Project Manager with the overall management and coordination of construction projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and meet company standards and client expectations. The position involves supporting project planning, organizing key field positions, and establishing project objectives and policies. The Assistant Project Manager will maintain communication with clients, architects/engineers, vendors, and subcontractors, monitor construction progress, identify potential project issues, and participate in developing corrective action plans. They will also represent the company in project meetings, support labor planning, assist with financial aspects like tracking costs and forecasting, and maintain project documentation. Additionally, the role supports material and subcontractor procurement and promotes company safety policies. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support.

Requirements

2 to 5 years recent experience in construction processes, design coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and project administration.
Proficient computer (Outlook, Microsoft, WORD, EXCEL) and construction management software skills.
Ability to use and apply effective organizational and management techniques to support project success.
Understanding corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards, and related impact on project activities.
Strong communication (oral/written) and interpersonal relationship skills including professionalism, diplomacy, and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and time management skills.
Ability to travel.
Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check and MVR check, and as applicable drug testing.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree engineering, construction management, or related degree preferred, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Assists Project Manager with overall management and coordination of one or more construction projects in delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with company standards and client expectations.
Assists with planning, organizing, and staffing key field positions in coordination with regional department heads, superintendents, and construction managers.
Supports the establishment and implementation of project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate guidelines.
Maintains regular communication with clients, architects/engineers (A/E), vendors, and subcontractors to help facilitate project progress.
Monitors construction progress through coordination with the on-site Superintendent to help ensure project is delivered on schedule and within budget.
Assists in identifying potential project issues and participates in developing and implementing corrective action plans.
Represents company in project meetings as needed and supports labor planning and coordination efforts.
Supports management in financial aspects of the project including tracking costs, reviewing invoices, monitoring equipment rentals, and assisting with project forecasting to protect company interests.
Maintains project documentation including submittals, RFIs, change orders, meeting minutes, and progress reports.
Assists with procurement of materials and subcontractors in alignment with project schedules.
Promotes and supports company safety policies and procedures on all projects.
Performs additional responsibilities as directed by project management or corporate leadership.