Assistant Project Manager

DescriptionGibson Electric Co., Inc. ("Gibson") provides a wide range of commercial electrical construction, maintenance, repair and retrofit, voice/data, and network and structured cabling service within the Chicago metropolitan area of Illinois.Our breadth of electrical and telecommunications services can meet the needs of customers no matter what market segment they are involved in-with special attention paid to completing projects on time and on budget.From mission critical and sustainability projects to riser management, prefabrication, and more Gibson Electric's proven expertise, ISO 9001:2015 certification, comprehensive CAD department, pre-construction division, RCDD-qualified network designers, and Building Industry Consulting Service International- (BICSI) certified installers help ensure clients get first-rate service.Notably, we are the only Chicagoland electrical contractor to be ISO 9001:2015 certified.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Monitor and control contractual requirements of assigned projects ensuring that key field and support staff positions are adequate and perform in accordance with required assignments and deadlines.

Monitor and control financial aspects of project contracts including materials purchasing, Change Order initiation and implementation, cost to complete analysis, income and expenses, labor, etc. to ensure projects remain within established budget.

Ensure that project materials, equipment, and tools are ordered and delivered timely.

Partner with client, architectural, engineering, other departments, and trades to facilitate critical path and project completion.

Prepare complete new project estimate packages for small to medium jobs under supervision of preconstruction or senior project managers.

Develop, monitor, and control project objectives, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of Company policy.

Prepare and present work in progress reports monthly or as required by senior management.

Represent company in assigned project meetings.

Ensure site personnel comply with all safety plans and programs and work rules as required by company policy and contract.

Job Specifications (incl. Education requirements, minimal experience, computer skills required, etc.)

Four-year engineering or construction management degree or the equivalent combined education and field supervisory experience.

Working knowledge of construction contract language required.

Working knowledge of electrical design, estimate packages, and implementation required.

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings required.

Thorough understanding and application of industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities required.

Ability to thoroughly understand and apply company policies, procedures, business ethics, and work standards.

Superior communications and interpersonal skills required.

Knowledge of CONEST estimating software or ability to learn required.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications required.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and perform against accelerated deadlines required.

Accountability and Measurement

Partner with field Superintendents to ensure that personnel perform as required.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledNotice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here (https://recruiting.ultipro.com/EMC1002EMCGI/JobBoard/cc563430-39f7-4c82-bdfe-62f295bd857a/?q=&o=postedDateDesc&w=&wc=&we=&wpst=) . Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.#Gibson#LI-KJ2#On-siteQualificationsEducationPreferred

Bachelors or better in Engineering