Assistant Project Manager-APM - Atlanta, GA
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Position Summary: The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for the estimating, scheduling, procurement, and management of specific projects under master service agreements and site specific projects for distribution and transmission construction across a mix of customers for which Pike Electric, LLC serves. This position will be responsible for establishing baseline schedules and continuous monitoring and updating of progress and cost for multiple projects and reporting results weekly. This position also requires maintaining a positive relationship with our customers while ensuring Pike's field operations team is supplied with the pertinent information necessary to perform all work in a cost effective and timely manner. Assistant Project Managers are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently.
Essential Functions:
Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Project Manager will provide:
Manage projects in accordance with Pike Policies and Procedures
Manage client, ensuring effective business relationships are in place and trusted by all parties
Manage subcontractors and material procurement
Effective change control and risk management processes
Thorough estimates of projects prior to construction
Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate operations and field management members
Contract reporting and status for field operations, management, and client
Effective financial controls to ensure profitability on all projects
Manage and support of emergency and storm restoration events
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements:
4-year college degree preferably in engineering or construction management
Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in the construction industry (preferably the utility construction industry)
Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals
Working knowledge of computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency (proficiency in MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software is not required but is a plus)
Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices
Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to small and diverse groups
High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action
Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers
High commitment to achieving goals and plans
Organizational, planning and time management skills
Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems
General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms
Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). The employee may be subject to one or more of the following atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
Competencies:
Self-Motivated
Team-Oriented
Customer-Oriented
Must be able to follow Company rules and all other Company policies.
- Location:
- Atlanta