Gibson Electric Co., Inc. - Assistant Project Manager

Job Summary Position: Assistant Project Manager FLSA: Exempt Company: Gibson Location: Downers Grove, IL Reports to: SVP, Operations Department: Operations General Summary Manage and/or estimate small electrical construction projects and assist with larger project and general workload of project management staff. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Monitor and control contractual requirements of assigned projects ensuring that key field and support staff positions are adequate and perform in accordance with required assignments and deadlines. Monitor and control financial aspects of project contracts including materials purchasing, Change Order initiation and implementation, cost to complete analysis, income and expenses, labor, etc. to ensure projects remain within established budget. Ensure that project materials, equipment, and tools are ordered and delivered timely. Partner with client, architectural, engineering, other departments, and trades to facilitate critical path and project completion. Prepare completely new project estimate packages for small job under supervision of preconstruction or senior project managers. Develop, monitor, and control project objectives, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of Company policy. Prepare and present work in progress reports monthly or as required by senior management. Represent company in assigned project meetings. Ensure site personnel comply with all safety plans and programs and work rules as required by company policy and contract. Management of customer accounts as directed. Job Specifications Four-year electrical engineering degree or the equivalent combined education and field supervisory experience. Working knowledge of construction contract language required. Working knowledge of electrical design, estimate packages, and implementation required. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings required. Thorough understanding and application of industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities required. Ability to thoroughly understand and apply company policies, procedures, business ethics, and work standards. Superior communications and interpersonal skills required. Knowledge of CONEST estimating software or ability to learn required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications required. Ability to work with minimal supervision and perform against accelerated deadlines required. Accountability and Measurement Partner with field Superintendents to ensure that personnel perform as required. Revenue and Profit Goals as identified by Senior Vice President of Operations. Language Skills Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or computer keyboards. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to regularly commute to site locations. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal. Compensation Compensation Range: $50,000 - $70,000 based on qualifications and experience. Other Compensation: This position is bonus eligible. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gibson Electric Co., Inc.