This role supports all phases of electrical construction projects, working under the guidance of a senior-level Project Manager. It involves hands-on field experience and progressive responsibility in scheduling, estimating, procurement, and customer relations. The Associate Project Manager will develop skills in project leadership, safety, waste elimination, and operational systems while ensuring projects are completed to high standards of quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart - Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom - Insightful, Integrity - Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage - Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility - Modest and Respectful, Passion - Unfailing Dedication
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Planning & Monitoring:
- Help establish what is to be done on a week-to-week basis, when, and by whom
- Analyze and forecast factors that affect results to maximize efficiency
- Develop appropriate programs, strategies, and supervision
- Will learn the scheduling process; take responsibility for it on assigned projects
- Be trained to use estimating information to manage labor and material costs effectively
- Share manpower, resources, and tools across branches as needed
- Assist and work with Project Managers to manage resources, tooling, and permits as needed
Billing & Procurement Management:
- Will learn the procurement process and will be responsible for ordering materials on assigned projects
- Gain understanding of the collection and billing process; take responsibility for it on assigned projects
- Manage billings
Project Execution & Operations:
- Understand and assist in bidding jobs (including estimates, proposal specifications, drawings, and takeoff information)
- Manage projects to deliver on customer requirements of scope, timeline, and budget
- Assume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials & equipment, and contractual performance of the project
Customer Satisfaction & Professional Development:
- Work with Project Managers to learn how develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service is provided to guarantee sales
- Take prompt action to resolve any customer complaints
- Always be growing and improving both yourself and your entire team
Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:
- Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
- Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
- Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
- Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
- Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Building Science, etc.), or related
- Prior experience in contracting, engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred
- Knowledge and experience with the electrical trade
Physical Requirements
- Office and site environments requiring sitting and standing. Travel to various work sites is essential, exposing employees to outdoor elements, noise, and the need to stand and walk.
MetroPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Details :
MetroPower is one of five leading electrical and mechanical contracting and construction companies within the PPC Partners, Inc. family of companies. At MetroPower, our people are our power. As a premier electrical contractor, our people are what enable us to stand out in our industry. They're the reason for our success. Founded on the principle that every person should strive to first and foremost be a servant leader, we work tirelessly to keep our people safe, enlighten and stimulate their minds, and teach them how to be good stewards of the community in a genuinely serving way. From these efforts, we've grown into a truly unique company. By putting our people first, we are able to consistently deliver to the highest quality standards in the industry and develop lasting relationships with our customers.
Our people thrive in this entrepreneurial structure that encourages every individual to learn and grow. Our commitment to the advancement of our people is unique to our industry and keeps our company strong. We invest in our people not just professionally, but personally as well through our continuing education and development opportunities. As one employee improves the company improves, and we move forward stronger together. We believe in this so much that we annually survey our employee engagement to ensure we're living by the golden rule, and maintaining an environment that motivates, challenges, and values our people. Each year, we score above the industry average.
