Assistant Project Manager

Looking for a familia?

As an award-winning, woman-owned, minority-owned boutique engineering firm, we’re on the lookout for spirited candidates to join our ever-growing familia. Our mission is simple: deliver world-class engineering services while fostering close-knit collaborations with our clients. If you’re passionate, diligent, and ready to make an impact, you’ll find your place with us at LUZCO. Let’s exceed expectations together and make engineering a space where everyone belongs.
 

You're more than an employee. You're a familia member. As a member of the familia, we make sure this is more than just a job.

• Benefits: We’ve got you covered with top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401k match, paid time off, and yes, free monthly massages!
• Work-Life Balance: Flexibility is our thing. While we do ask everyone to be in the office from 9 am-3 pm, you can tailor the rest of your schedule to fit your life. Paid Time Off and Holidays are part of the package too!
• Diversity: We thrive on diversity and the unique perspectives everyone brings. Our team is a melting pot of skills and experiences, which helps us approach challenges from all angles.
• Growth: Your growth is our priority. Whether it’s tuition reimbursement for school or certifications, you’ll work closely with industry pros to map out and achieve your career goals.
• Giving Back: We’re all about making a difference. Each year, we set aside paid time off for you to get involved in your community and give back.
• Work Environment: Enjoy a relaxed vibe with weekly staff meetings (lunch included!), a fully stocked kitchen, a dog-friendly office, a relaxed dress code, and weekly happy hours!

Sound like a familia you're ready to join? Here's the details on what we are looking for in this position:

Essential Responsibilities:

• Supports the Project Manager throughout the project lifecycle including:
  •  Scoping – work with the project manager to initiate the project using project tools including estimates, budgeting tools, and preliminary work order requests.
  • Project Kickoff – Schedule meetings and collaborate/identify other disciplines that will be involved with the project.
  • Design (IFB and IFC) – Collaborate with project engineers to monitor design progress, assist in material requisitions, assist in construction service requisitions, and develop full work order authorization requests.
  • Construction tracking – Document weekly construction progress calls, project change requests, requests for information, and non-conformance reports.
  • Close out – Follow a closeout check list document to ensure everything is completed, documented, and shared with the appropriate disciplines before calling the project complete.
• Collaboration with other stakeholders.
• Actively support multiple project managers.
• Monitor work order audit reports.
• Monitor and close purchase orders.

Knowledge & Skills:

• B.S./M.S. in Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management or similar.
• Organizational skills.
• Detail Oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify and prioritize tasks with competing demands.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Proficient understanding of customer service principles and practices.
• Microsoft Office experience (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Desire to learn a new industry if current experience is not in Utilities/Energy space.
• 0-3 years of Project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Project Management, Facilities, or Construction Management courses/certifications.
• CAPM Certification
• Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools.
• Oracle, Primavera (P6), SAP, GIS, procurement, materials management, forecasting, or engineering.
• Work experience in the Utilities/Energy industries.
• OSHA 10

Join our team. We're all familia here.