Assistant Project Manager

Who We Are Stoner Electric, a Prime Electric company, has been a leading commercial electric company in the Pacific Northwest region for over 50 years. We specialize in delivering high-quality electrical contracting services to clients of all sizes. As electrical experts, we have established ourselves as leaders in our region across all facets of electrical contracting. Our experience and capabilities enable us to collaborate with clients throughout the entire lifecycle of their electrical systems, from pre-construction and design services to construction and maintenance.  
Position Summary: Working under general supervision, the Assistant Project Manager collaborates with Project Managers, and Field Management to ensure the successful planning, execution, customer satisfaction, and financial success of small-scale construction projects.

What You Will Do

• Manage small project scopes under the guidance of Project Managers.
• Coordinate project activities to maintain project schedules.
• Assist in change order estimates and provide estimating and budget support.
• Attend in-person and virtual client and field meetings to ensure effective communication.
• Provide administrative and logistical support including meeting arrangement, progress tracking and documentation.
• Contribute to the enhancement of project management processes, tools, and methodologies, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and propose actionable solutions.
• Apply familiarity with project cost forecasting and projections.
• Maintain communication with various individuals and departments to ensure deliverables are met.
• Coordinate project activities with vendors and subcontractors.
• Monitor and track project changes (e.g. RFIs, design changes) and assist in document control efforts.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships to contribute to successful project outcomes
• Act as a key liaison between project teams, clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate clear and effective communication aligned with project goals.
• Monitors jobsite safety and takes appropriate action to address and correct deficiencies.
• Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices.
• Maintain a physical presence onsite and regularly visit jobsites to oversee progress and provide assistance to the project management team as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with our without notice. 

What You Will Need to be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, and/or three to five years electrical construction industry experience or relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Experience working with software-based estimating, accounting, scheduling, and project management systems.  Knowledge of Accubid preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical trade and/or construction-related background.
• Familiarity with construction cost, scheduling, estimating, and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles.
• Proficiency in electrical estimating to produce job change orders, evaluate and apply job estimates, and assist with new estimates as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, and effective prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Supervisory Responsibilities: ·       May supervise or coordinate the work of others who assist in specific assignments   Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health or safety hazards.  Noise level and temperature is moderate.  Minimal lifting or climbing.  This position is expected to be fully in-person, onsite, with some travel not limited to, other offices, work sites and local business errands.    When performing project services in the field: Work is primarily performed in an outdoor field setting with occasional exposure to health or safety hazards such as, but not limited to, electrical hazards, water hazards, hazardous terrain, inclement weather conditions, traffic and loud noises.  Occasional climbing and/or lifting, up to 30 lbs. Travel required to jobsites.  Frequent use of personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, safety vests, hard hats and steel-toed boots).   Communication Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as submittals, operations manuals and project schedules.  Ability to write routine correspondence such as letters and memos. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to internal and/or external clients of the firm. Communicate clearly and effectively with project managers, team members, and stakeholders to support project execution.   Reasoning Ability and/or Critical Thinking: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction.  Constructive thinking and alternative short- to long-term solutions must be considered.  Action plans must be developed and implemented. Capacity to identify issues, propose solutions, and escalate matters as needed. Accurate documentation, record-keeping, and thorough review of project materials. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and contribute to project success.   Our Benefits  coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee. 401k Program w/ Employer Match Discretionary Profit Sharing Program Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off   This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.