Assistant Project Manager (Utility)

Company: Aldridge Electric
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 29, 2023

Job Description:

Building and Strengthening America's Infrastructure Aldridge is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic team. This role will work collaboratively with the project team -to ensure that a quality project is produced safely, on time, and within budget. What you'll do:

• Pre-job planning
• Procuring material and tools -
• Contract compliance
• Expedite, negotiate, and approve internal charges and issues as well as external contract changes and issues
• Identify and track items by pay category, cost codes and cost types
• For all assigned projects maintain accurate, current, and complete records
• Accurate management of subcontractors and subcontract progress including work completed, payment and changes in subcontract values
• Promote safe jobsites and work closely with the Safety Department to ensure that all safety issues are properly addressed
• Expeditiously and reasonably resolve all internal team issues and conflicts as well as all external client concerns and issues
• Without delay inform and request assistance from the SPM to resolve all internal and external conflicts that resist expeditious and reasonable settlement
• As assigned, mentor and train project management candidates and Field Engineers
• Possible travel Who you are: We are pursuing entry-level candidates with the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, other related major, or equivalent construction/Union trade background
  • Internships or other relevant work experience
  • Strong work ethic -
  • Problem solving and critical thinking skills -
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time -
  • Computer software proficiency - (Microsoft Office, Adobe, Procore, etc.)
  • Background in utility type of work is a bonus - not a requirement
  • Management experience is a bonus - not a requirement Who we are: Aldridge, a family owned company, is one of the largest specialty contractors in the US, dealing in the power and transportation markets. We have built a reputation as a trusted source in the construction industry, with 70 years in business, 1,600 employees, and offices and job sites nationwide. Our continued success is attributed to our commitment to quality, attention to project planning, and dedication to an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture. -
    
    Aldridge's mission is to build and strengthen America's infrastructure, and that starts with building the strongest team. We have sustained significant growth and foresee that continuing for years to come. Our ability to execute difficult projects is made possible by engaging passionate, forward thinking, and innovative people. - What we offer: At Aldridge, you will be a valued member of our workforce and receive:
    • 401K plan with matching contributions
    • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
    • Paid Time Off
    • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Health Wellness Programs
    • Life and Disability Insurance Aldridge cares about our team members and the communities in which they live. We are proud to support and participate in:
      • JDRF
      • Bridges to Prosperity
      • Bucks for Burn
      • Feed My Starving Children
      • Greenhouse Scholars This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. -View your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. California Residents - to access the Aldridge policy regarding the California Privacy Rights Act,
        click here. Aldridge is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. If you need assistance with completing the online application process, please call 847-680-5200 or email us at recruiting@aldridgegroup.com . -

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