Associate Project Manager - Data Center Construction

National Technologies (NTI), a Network Connex Company, is a premier turnkey installer of fiber optic and data center infrastructure. Working on our team puts you on the leading edge of innovation in the digital communications space. 

If being a part of a tight-knit organization that operates in some of the most advanced technology environments around the world sounds like a dream job, NTI might be the right fit for you! With the perks of a large organization, NTI remains true to its roots as a home-grown company with an open door culture that welcomes new ideas and encourages professional growth. We set you on the right path with careful onboarding and thorough training programs that prepare you for success in your role and beyond. 

Job Summary: The primary responsibilities of the role are the administration of assigned construction jobs. This position requires fieldwork and may include weekends, holidays, and off hours. Rare travel may be required depending on business needs. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Under the direct supervision of a PM/ SPM, work on assigned projects, shepherding them to successful completion. Assist in building project plans, scope of work (SOW), bill of materials (BOM), order and track materials, and schedule team members.
• Track and assist on multiple projects concurrently.
• Review assigned projects for accuracy, profitability, and adherence to corporate values.
• Join PM inspections of field projects.
• Participate in pre-construction and regular status meetings with customers and other vendors. Ensure clear expectations, scopes of work.
• Attend site walks and validate that plans and expectations align with conditions.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure project success. Validate material inventories and appropriate resources are scheduled to make all job time lines.
• Prepare all reports and close out documents per job requirements.
• Be reachable 24/7 to support customers and team members with urgent needs, including emergency and scheduled maintenance, outages, and quick turn quoting.

 Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Basic understanding of communications cabling types. Familiar with both overhead and underground construction practices in metro and long-haul environments. Working knowledge of safety, security, Telcordia standards and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with the materials, manufacturers, and equipment related to communications, cabling products, specifically UTP and fiber optic cable, Maxcell, sub-duct, fiber panels and enclosures, etc. 
• Basic ability to read and interpret blue-prints, drawings and diagrams, and all other provided materials. Extrapolate requirements to create take off materials including quotes, scope of work (SOW), method of procedure, etc.
• Basic ability to accurately estimate labor effort and material requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, focused on customer service.
• Proficiency with MS office suite, Outlook, Power Point. Experience with Visio, Bluebeam Revu, or Revit a plus.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

 Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• PMP or equivalent certification or a minimum of 1 year managing critical environment construction.

 Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
• Ability to verbally communicate to exchange information. 

NTI provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and retirement savings options. For Union employees, pay rates and benefit levels are determined by union classifications which are set by the union.

National Technologies (NTI) believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.