Assistant Project Manager

Core Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safety is our number one core value.  Follow safe work practices in accordance to company and client worksite policies.
• Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture. Pre-Project
• Participates in the RFP Process, completing a detailed review of plans, specifications and bid form.
• Reviews contract/work orders for content, validity, and changes.
• Cultivate and maintain customer relationships to secure and expand business opportunities.
• Start-Up
• Provide initial client interface to assess scope of work, schedule, and resources necessary to successfully complete a project.
• Work with the Operations team to ensure proper materials, equipment and labor are available.
• Develops mobilization plan and oversees the acquisition of any required equipment.   
• Develops resource plan and evaluates needs in conjunction with other site resource requirements.   
• Project Implementation
• Manage project scheduling requirements to control costs and meet contract requirements.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships; streamline project activities for efficiencies; communicate with staff and upper management to keep all informed of customer and job requirements
• Participates in progress update meetings and provide customer with progress reports as per the contractual requirements.
• Work with PM/PE/SI to prepare all change orders and manage to complete using customer required tools.
• Monitor installation activities in conjunction with the onsite E2 personnel to ensure project is delivered on schedule and within budget.
• Partner with QA/QC Team to ensure specifications are communicated, anchored and achieved in accordance to client quality plan requirements.
• Manage job cost/profitability and schedules through internal systems and reports: work with customer teams to meet master schedule such as providing specific work dates for scheduled items; communicate with internal resources regarding project updates, scope changes, order changes, and other events impacting the project; ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met. Track projects, evaluate cost vs. performance to ensure projects come in on time and within budget.
• Represent the company in client project meetings.
• Participate in all meetings, conference calls and company required meetings throughout the year as assigned by your manager.
• Project Close-Out
• Coordinate with PE to facilitate that project close-outs are completed efficiently and accurately. May assist in accounts receivable when required.
• Manage customer acceptance and signoff of the projects. Misc.
• Provide coaching, development and guidance to direct reports and/or team members, encouraging them to promote a Lean culture and to develop with emerging technologies.
• Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals. 
• Travel: This position is generally expected to require overnight travel. The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2.
• Additional Responsibilities:  As identified and assigned. 

Education:

•  High school diploma or GED with experience required, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certified PMP preferred.
• BICSI RCDD Certification preferred. 
• BICSI RTPM Certification preferred. 
• OSHA 30 certified preferred.
• Knowledge of general building codes and BICSI Standards. 

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management including the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and managing large scale build projects including the ability to communicate, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Experience managing large scale client projects with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts. 
• Product experience with Panduit, CommScope, Corning, and others.
• Successful completion of previous telecommunication projects.
• Experience managing large projects (1+ million) and service contracts. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

•  Decision Making and Judgment: The position involves projects and/or assignments requiring considerable decision-making authority regarding procedures, plans and schedules.  Must be proficient in problem solving and root cause analysis to determine best feasible solutions.
• Knowledge of structured cabling industry including technology, quality, and safety standards.
• Ability to support the Project Manager or Regional Operations Manager in leading, developing and managing field employees.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients and other departments.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to learn and support new and quickly evolving technologies.
• Ability to research information and identify solutions regarding technical issues.
• Good work habits under pressure, flexible during times of change.
• Ability to work within deadlines while maintaining high work quality including ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance.
• Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
• Demonstrated teamwork and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.)