Assistant Project Manager ACC

Full Job Description – Assistant Project Manager

Job Summary:

Asplundh Construction is a nation-wide utility contractor serving many different regions. Our Long Island office located in Yaphank works primarily for PSEG LI and National Grid improving electric and gas infrastructure. All of us work together in performing superior utility infrastructure construction and maintenance services. We focus on high quality, cost-effective solutions, making Asplundh Construction one of the safest and most responsive utility service companies in the nation. Our Electric division is seeking an all-around full-time employee to learn and assist with different facets of our day to day operations. We are looking for an intelligent, responsible, confident, pro-active, competent, eager to learn individual that will be an asset in growing our department.

Responsibilities:

This employee will directly assist the Project Manager with a variety of tasks. This can include but is not limited to:

• Receiving, manipulating, and submitting daily crew sheets to Client
• Work closely with foreman to order flaggers and to review flagging invoices
• Read and understand work packages to manipulate/translate into an Excel document
• Travel with Project Manager to various locations on Long Island (Nassau/Suffolk County) 
• Travel solo to various locations on Long Island (Nassau/Suffolk County) to review, take pictures and notes on new work and already constructed work
• Interacting daily via email, phone calls, etc. with the Client and other contractors
• Assisting with the creation of bid packages
• Assisting in the creation of new processes and/or researching products/programs
• Handle regular activities without prompting, and advise in advance with issues or delays
• Tracking, organizing, and storing data (electronically and by paper)
• Entering and maintaining large datasets
• Analyzing, manipulating, and reporting data to other employees
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities at once

Basic Qualifications:

High School diploma or its equivalent required. College degree and/or some experience in an academic environment preferred.

• Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Be able to work overtime if needed
• MUST be able to pay attention to detail and Q/A Q/C their own work
• Self-starter, with ability to work with limited supervision, exercise good judgement, anticipate issues and proactively problem solve
• Must be confidant to make decisions
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to anticipate needs, be proactive, resourceful, and flexible in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work independently as well as within a team
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Positive attitude, personable and approachable, self-motivated
• Demonstrates curiosity, business acumen and a desire to understand the ‘big picture’
• Proactive in thinking of ways to improve productivity and efficiency
• Strong writing skills are preferred
• Ability to pass a drug test

Additional Information:

This position is office-based. Our main office is in Yaphank, which is where daily show up is required. Asplundh Construction has other construction yards located in Kings Park, Hicksville and/or other towns. Occasional travel to these locations might be possible. The hours of this position are 7:30AM to 4:30PM. Working from home is not an option. Medical/dental/vision insurance and 401K participation are included.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Salary : $25 - $35