Assistant Project Manager (Electrical)

Forest Electric NJ seeks an Assistant Project Manager for our Edison, NJ office to support the Company in meeting its objectives and goals by overseeing assigned commercial electrical construction projects at various locations within New Jersey and take appropriate actions to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and with defined resources.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include the following, but other duties may be assigned:

• Assist with executing and managing terms of project contracts.
• Monitor project budgets and labor costs.
• Monitor and prepare project schedules with milestone deadlines to be achieved.
• Partner with other Project Managers and team members to ensure a complete scope of work is defined.
• Prepare and present computer generated spreadsheets and reports.
• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with project superintendents.
• Prepare and manage communications with general contractors or construction managers for assigned projects.
• Assist with recommending methods and/or improvements based on project needs and resource capabilities.
• Review, analyze and make recommendations on project change orders.
• Estimate/price change orders as required.
• Analyze plans and subsequent construction documents to confirm project requirements and opportunities for value engineering.
• Prepare documents for billing purposes and coordinate with accounting personnel.
• Report and resolve customer concerns and/or grievances as needed.
• Attend and conduct meetings as required.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Travel to various project sites can be expected.
• Regular, predictable and reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of the job.
  
  

Preferred Education And/Or Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience in high volume commercial electrical contractor.
• Experience with medium voltage substation and distribution, preferably with pharmaceuticals, hospitals and/or data centers is desired.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk and or stand for extended periods of time and is required to frequently climb stairs throughout the workday. The position also requires occasional lifting and transporting of light to moderate objects. Project sites are OSHA complaint projects and all team members are required to wear appropriate PPE. PPE equipment and supplies will be provided by the Company to the employee. OSHA training shall apply.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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