Electrical Assistant Project Manager - Federal & Military

About Us:

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary:

Are you looking to begin a rewarding career in project management?

 

Join Miller Electric and be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well‑being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage!

The Assistant Project Manager at Miller Electric reports directly to the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager. This is a client-facing role that requires the ability to build relationships both in and out of the office. The core responsibility of an Assistant Project Manager is to learn through on-the-job experience, peer-to-peer engagement, and technical training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in estimating project scope and costs
• Manage projects with subcontractors
• Communicate with clients and subcontractors 
• Attend and actively participate in project coordination and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as requested 
• Research and preparation of change requests to resolve design issues for approval
• Research and recommend solutions to design document problems, including conflicts, interferences, and errors/omissions
• Monitor field work and/or contract work to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, specifications, and codes.
• Assist with the submittal process.
• Assist in the tracking and completion of billing.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED

• A College degree, journeyman’s license, or master electrician’s license
• Understanding of electrical installations 
• Strong computer skills - specifically with Microsoft 365
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

PREFERRED

• Experience in dealing with industrial construction/contracting
• Electrical contracting assistant project management experience 
• Electrical contracting assistant project management experience
• Familiar with computer-based estimating
• Familiar with COINS (ERP Software)
• Knowledge of billing and collections

BENEFITS:

• Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Vision plans
• Disability Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Travel Accident Insurance 
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• College Coach Services

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Equal Opportunity Employer: As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Affirmative Action Policy:

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