Assistant Project Manager - Seasonal

Base Pay $40.00 - $43.71 / Hour Job Category Operations Employee Type Seasonal This position is a seasonal position from June 2026 - February 2027. Purpose of Job Oversee and direct assigned Holiday Décor Projects (1-2 projects at a time). Communicate directly with upper management concerning project cost, staffing, and scheduling. Update project status reports and work to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications. Must rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Perform a variety of tasks. Lead and direct the work of others. Possesses a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Report to Operations Manager. The Assistant Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the entire process of a particular job and communicating needs to leadership. Coordinating all activities of assigned job from prep to final completion. The Assistant Project Manager coordinates all the labor and materials for the job. The responsibility includes maintaining customer satisfaction through the job. Responsibilities Frequent travel, including extending days/weeks assignments, based on operational needs. Coordinates labor and maintains daily tracking of crew hours per job to ensure timely and accurate install and strike of HL project. Prepares the job for installation, once the customer has accepted a job this will include ordering material, finalizing prices and contracts with subcontractors and updates on the job with upper management. Ensures a safe work environment which includes training and walk through of procedures and equipment with personnel. Maintains communication with customers throughout the job by contacting them in person, by phone, or through email. Operates heavy equipment including gas/electric aerial lifts, forklifts, bucket trucks, etc. Meets as needed with upper management to discuss the general flow of the jobs, job reviews, personnel, sub-contractor relations, equipment, and the general well-being of the operations department. Hands out and is held responsible for all company tools and equipment issued, including their maintenance in good operating condition and proper company identification. Coordination with management when overtime is needed for project. Manages, documents, catalogues, and maintains all physical holiday inventories. Drives trucks and trailers. Eager to learn and acquire new skills. Communicates with HL foreman and HL laborers daily to ensure job success and quality. Will be required to climb ladders. Working knowledge of tools and equipment including winches, lifts, blowers and additional equipment. Organize and prepare stock of holiday décor material. Will be required to prepare lights and décor for installation. Install holiday lights and holiday décor in trees, commercial venues and corporate centers. Walks through completed jobs, reviews job plans/documentation with foreman to ensure punch list is completed to customer’s satisfaction. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bi-lingual required Ability to travel to different job sites on multi-day/multi-week assignments. Good communication skills with foreman, laborers and upper management. Must follow directions and safety regulations at all times. Must have a good work ethic. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees, customers, and the public. Will be required to work night and/or day depending on specific job. Ability to work overtime and flexible hours, including weekends and holidays Knowledge and understanding of basic electrical theory Ability to communicate verbally & in writing with employees, vendors, and customers. Ability to recognize occupational hazards and safety precautions. Ability to work at heights Ability to follow specific instructions accurately. Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in décor and light applications Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills Physical Demands/Working Conditions Physical demands: Full range of mobility in upper and lower body; overhead reaching; ability to work in various positions; Including but not limited to stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time; lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the workday; pushing and pulling materials and equipment. Working conditions: This position works outdoors in extreme weather conditions and climates. The employee will be exposed to dust, odors, fumes, machinery with moving parts, dirt, dust, debris, regularly. The noise level in the work area is usually moderate and occasionally loud. Will be required to travel to San Antonio, TX for training Will be required to work nights and/or days depending on specific project. Overtime during peak season may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr