Assistant Project Manager – Electrical
Full-Time | Onsite | Chesterfield, VA
Salary Range $75,000-$110,000 (Based on Experience)
Build the Future of Industrial Construction with Byers Industrial Services
Byers Industrial Services is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support a large-scale industrial electrical construction project in Chesterfield, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional who has built their career in the field and is ready to grow into project management.
We're looking for individuals with hands-on experience in industrial electrical or industrial construction who understand how projects are built from the ground up. Whether you've worked as an Electrician, Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, Project Engineer, or Field Coordinator, this role offers a clear path toward advancing your leadership career.
This is a fully onsite position located at an active industrial construction project. Success in this role requires daily collaboration with project managers, field leadership, subcontractors, vendors, and craft personnel to help deliver projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Position Summary
As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll support the planning, coordination, and execution of industrial electrical construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout. You'll serve as the link between field operations and project management, helping ensure work progresses according to schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards.
This role combines office-based project coordination with regular field involvement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both technical problem-solving and hands-on construction operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with the day-to-day execution of industrial electrical construction projects.
- Coordinate activities with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and field crews to maintain project schedules and productivity.
Review and interpret:
- Electrical drawings and blueprints
- One-line diagrams
- Schematics
- Construction drawings and project specifications
- Support project scheduling using Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software.
Prepare and manage:
- Requests for Information (RFIs)
- Submittals
- Change orders
- Purchase orders
- Daily reports and project documentation
- Utilize Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office to manage documentation, communication, and project workflows.
- Assist with labor tracking, material procurement, budget monitoring, and cost control.
- Conduct routine jobsite walks to monitor progress, verify quality, and support safe work practices.
- Help ensure installations comply with project specifications, applicable codes, and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to identify issues, resolve challenges, and keep work moving forward.
Qualifications:
Experience in:
- Industrial Electrical Construction
- Industrial Construction
- Manufacturing, power, or heavy commercial construction environments
- Hands-on field experience supervising or supporting construction operations.
- Working knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Industrial electrical systems
- Construction sequencing and field operations
Ability to read and interpret:
- Blueprints
- Electrical schematics
- Control drawings
- Construction documents and specifications
Experience using:
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- Primavera P6 (or similar scheduling software)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced industrial construction environment.
Preferred:
- Experience with estimating or cost management software such as HeavyBid.
- Previous experience supporting large industrial, manufacturing, or process facility construction projects.
- OSHA safety training or other construction safety certifications.
Why Join Byers Industrial Services?
At Byers Industrial Services, you'll become part of a team that values practical field experience, technical expertise, and leadership development. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to build long-term careers supporting complex industrial construction projects.
What We Offer:
- Competitive starting salary of $65,000-$110,000, based on experience
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Stable pipeline of long-term industrial construction projects
- Opportunities for advancement into: Project Management, Operations Management, Senior Leadership positions
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment where your experience and ideas are valued
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you have a background in industrial electrical construction and are ready to transition into a project management role where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Byers Industrial Services and help deliver the next generation of industrial construction projects while building a rewarding career with a company committed to your professional growth.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you have hands-on onsite experience supporting or supervising electrical construction projects?
- Are you able to read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics?
- Do you have a working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)?
- Do you have experience using Primavera P6 or similar project scheduling software?
- Have you worked with RFIs, submittals, and change orders?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Project Management: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Chesterfield, VA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chesterfield, VA: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
