Senior Project Associate

Miller Electric Company•Richmond, VA

12d•$37 - $51•Hybrid

About The Position

Miller Electric is seeking motivated candidates for a full‑time Senior Project Associate role, which includes enrollment in our industry‑leading Project Management Apprenticeship Program. This yearlong program provides continuous learning and hands‑on development designed to kickstart your career in Construction Project Management. As a Senior Project Associate & Apprentice, you will report directly to a project leader in a client‑facing role that requires strong relationship‑building skills both in and out of the office. Your core responsibility is to learn through on‑the‑job experience, peer‑to‑peer engagement, and technical training while supporting your project team. The apprenticeship includes one month of in-person training in Jacksonville, FL, followed by 11 months of virtual classes, safety training, data skills, financial midpoint, third-party coaching, and Miller mentoring.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or IBEW licensed electrician
Strong computer & Microsoft 365 skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Commitment to developing time management and organizational skills
Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on learning environment
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

Project management experience
Experience working in the construction industry
Familiar with computer-based estimating
Understanding of billing and collections

Responsibilities

Understand Miller Electric’s service-based approach to the electrical project management process.
Begin building long term relationships with your clients and fellow employees by earning trust through diligent communication and high-quality work ethic.
Support the generation of estimates and proposals to support your team in winning new work, establishing procedures, and scheduling timelines.
Develop a strong electrical/material vocabulary and understanding of job site etiquette.
Work with your team to ensure the project is built in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
Collaborate with your field leaders to confirm client expectations and coordination with your subcontractors and other trades.
Assess construction progress, team needs, and issues through regular project visits with your field supervision.
Work with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials.