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Construction Associate Project Manager

CarolinaPower
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Associate Project Manager position at CarolinaPower?

The Associate Project Manager will develop managerial competency through a series of work-related assignments gaining practical hands-on field experience. Under the direction of a senior level Project Manager, you will learn how to manage maintenance and construction projects of a highly technical nature. Learn CarolinaPower's mission, vision, culture, values, worksite safety, waste elimination, estimating, scheduling, bidding, sales, leadership, material handling, order processing, and other skills while providing an outstanding level of customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Understand and assist in bidding jobs which include estimate for selected project with detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, takeoff information, contracting and the like
  • Will learn the collection and billing process and will be responsible for it on assigned projects
  • Will learn the scheduling process and will be responsible for scheduling on assigned projects
  • Will learn the procurement process and will be responsible for ordering materials on assigned projects
  • Work with senior level Project Manager to learn how to develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service is provided to guarantee repeat sales and favorable recommendations
  • Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task

This position requires a decisive leader with a passion for hands-on work in outdoor environments and a strong drive for construction project management work.

  • Knowledge of construction operations and electrical trade a plus
  • Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately
  • Bachelor’s Degree or work experience equivalent
  • Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable
  • Be highly customer-service oriented
  • Strong desire to learn and to be a contributing team member
  • Ability to think independently, conceptually and apply practical solutions
  • Solid understanding of Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to learn new Software programs quickly (New ERP Software)

CarolinaPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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