Assistant Project Manager in Irvine, California at Conti Electric Inc

Electrical Assistant Project Manager

About Conti

Conti performs the complete lifecycle of construction services from design/build to field installation, training and maintenance for an array of services.

Purpose

The Assistant Project Manager supports the day-to-day operations of one or several electrical construction projects and assists in the successful management of a high-performing team. You will support the planning, execution, and financial performance of your projects using business practices that are consistent with our company values – people, safety, integrity, innovation, and excellence.

Reports To

Project Manager / Division Manager

Location

Irvine, CA

Vacancy Status

Local Candidates Only

Position Type

Full-Time

Essential Job Functions

- Assists in identifying labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.

- Supports the resolution of discrepancies by gathering and analyzing project information.

- Communicates with the project team, project contractors, and prime contractors for the purpose of coordination.

- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

- Assists in managing day-to-day operational aspects of assigned projects.

- Helps identify resources needed and supports the assignment of individual responsibilities.

- Assists in establishing, adjusting, and maintaining work sequences to meet the schedule for a given project.

- Reviews contract documents, construction plans, and specifications under the direction of the Project Manager.

- Interacts effectively with clients, inspectors, and field workforce.

- Tracks progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, and approved timelines.

- Assists in reporting status and variances to the Project Manager.

- Supports the creation of action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule.

- Assists in implementing change management routines to assess change requests, make recommendations, and process change orders.

Requirements

- Ability to read and interpret project plans and specifications.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Familiarity with estimating software such as Accubid or McCormick is a plus.

- Ability to identify, understand, and support project schedule deliverables.

- Strong skills in Microsoft Office.

- Position may require travel.

- Possess valid Driver's License.

- Ability to pass a drug screening / background check.

- Frequently communicates with employees and customers.

Essential Physical Abilities

- Ability to walk over rough and uneven surfaces at job sites.

- Ability to properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) including the required use of hard hats, work boots, eye protection, and hearing protection.

- May be exposed to various weather conditions, including outside weather conditions while at a job site.

- The noise level at a job site could be loud when equipment is in operation.

Education / Experience

Required:

- Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in electrical construction, project coordination, or a related field.

- Industrial, Commercial, or Renewable Energy experience preferred.

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred — or equivalent work experience.

- Familiarity with estimating software such as McCormick or Accubid is a plus.