Assistant Project Manager - Electrical

Job Description Job Description Assistant Project Manager – Industrial Electrical Construction
Full-Time | Onsite | Chester, VA | Starting at $65,000+ (Based on Experience)
Byers Industrial Services is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with an industrial electrical or industrial construction background to support a large-scale industrial construction project in Chester, VA.
This is a fully onsite position based at an active industrial construction project. Candidates must be comfortable working directly in the field alongside project teams, subcontractors, and operations personnel on a daily basis.
This role is ideal for someone who has progressed from the field — such as an Electrician, Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, or Project Engineer — and is looking to continue growing within project management and industrial construction operations.
If you understand how industrial projects are built, can communicate effectively with field crews and project teams, and thrive in fast-paced construction environments, we want to hear from you.
Position Overview
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work directly with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to help drive industrial electrical construction activities from planning through completion.
You will play a critical role in:
Coordinating daily construction activities
Supporting project scheduling and execution
Managing RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
Tracking progress, manpower, and materials
Maintaining safety, quality, and production standards
This is a hands-on onsite role that combines both field support and project coordination within an active industrial construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in overseeing daily onsite industrial electrical construction activities
Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and field teams to maintain project schedules and workflow
Read and interpret:
Electrical blueprints
One-lines
Schematics
Construction drawings and specifications
Support project scheduling using Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software
Assist with:
RFIs
Submittals
Change orders
Purchase orders
Daily reports and project documentation
Utilize Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office to manage project workflows and reporting
Help monitor project budgets, labor tracking, and material procurement
Conduct jobsite walks to ensure work is progressing safely and according to project specifications
Support quality control and verify installations meet NEC and project requirements
What We’re Looking For
Background in:
Industrial Electrical Construction
Industrial Construction
Manufacturing or heavy commercial projects
Hands-on field experience supporting or supervising construction projects
Strong understanding of:
NEC (National Electrical Code)
Electrical systems and installation methods
Industrial construction workflows
Ability to read and interpret:
Blueprints
Schematics
Control drawings
Construction documents
Experience with:
Procore
Primavera P6
Bluebeam
Construction documentation workflows
Familiarity with estimating or budgeting software such as HeavyBid is a plus
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in fast-paced industrial construction environments
Why Join Byers Industrial Services?
Work onsite on a large-scale industrial construction project in Chester, VA
Strong pipeline of long-term industrial work
Opportunity to grow into:
Project Management
Operations Management
Senior Leadership roles
Team-oriented environment that values field experience and leadership
Opportunity to work alongside experienced industrial construction professionals
Compensation & Benefits
Starting at $65,000+ annually (based on experience)
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
The Bottom Line
We’re looking for someone who understands industrial construction from the field level and can help bridge the gap between project management and field execution.
If you have an industrial electrical background and are ready to take the next step in your construction management career, we want to hear from you.
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Company Description Byers Industrial Services is a national provider of turnkey industrial solutions, built on five decades of craftsmanship, grit, and relentless performance. Our teams deliver complex electrical, mechanical, structural, and utility projects with discipline and care from small retrofits to multi-million dollar, multi-state industrial operations. Company Description Byers Industrial Services is a national provider of turnkey industrial solutions, built on five decades of craftsmanship, grit, and relentless performance. Our teams deliver complex electrical, mechanical, structural, and utility projects with discipline and care from small retrofits to multi-million dollar, multi-state industrial operations.