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Junior Project Manager

O'Connell Electric Company
Schenectady, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2026 CLOSED ON 3/29/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Project Manager position at O'Connell Electric Company?

Junior Project Managers play a vital role coordinating projects throughout all phases of service work or construction processes to ensure quality, schedule, cost control, safety, and customer satisfaction objectives are met or exceeded. Junior Project Managers may be assigned to oversee small projects from commencement to completion and, at times, will be assigned to management teams to support operations for large-scale projects under the direction of senior-level project managers.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Serve as a key client contact throughout the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned projects.
  • Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance standards in accordance with corporate policies.
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy in estimation, specifications, and a mutual understanding of project objectives.
  • Organize project documents and drawings using established systems and designated software.
  • Forecast project costs and utilization of resources with support from experienced or senior-level project managers.
  • Manage and direct subcontractors and material procurement.
  • Manage day-to-day administrative items such as, RFIs, submittals, contracts, etc.
  • Coordinate and prepare for project meetings both internally and with the client, to ensure all deliverables are achieved.
  • Implement lessons learned and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Perform project close out and cost reconciliation.
  • Support safety program policies, procedures, implementation, and compliance.

Key Competencies For Success

  • Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflict.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in project management, planning, estimating and cost control skills.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
  • Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and balancing competing priorities in a deadline driven environment.
  • Knowledge of safety protocols and procedure.
  • Continuous improvement mindset when it comes to evaluating systems and processes.
  • Valid driver's license required.

Education And Experience

  • Associates degree in a Business Discipline, Construction Management or similar field of study is preferred.
  • Electrical trade education and field experience may also suffice in lieu of a degree.
  • Previous electrical construction experience is preferred.
  • Two or more years of experience supporting management functions for construction projects.
  • Demonstrated understanding of civil, architectural, mechanical, and general construction techniques.
  • Commercial electrical or construction industry experience preferred.

Computer Skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Microsoft 365, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency with project management software – specifically MS Office, MS Project, Procore, Primavera (P6) and Accubid estimating software.
  • Experience and comfort with Cloud based tools is helpful.
  • Strong technical aptitude to learn and master company specific tools and programs is required.

Compensation

The minimum and maximum annual salary (or hourly rates) that O’Connell Electric Company believes in good faith to be accurate for this position at the time of this posting is $65,000 to $85,000 per year.

It is important to O’Connell Electric that potential candidates for this position understand that compensation depends on numerous factors including the geographic location where the role will be performed, skills required, experience, complexity, travel, and market rate. O’Connell Electric aims to reward performance and attract top talent with competitive, fair pay and benefits. Please note that the top of the salary range represents exceptional, and/or senior-level positions, that meets all required qualifications. Actual offers take candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience into account.

Equal Opportunity

O’Connell is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable state and federal non-discrimination laws. The Company will recruit, hire, train and promote all persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, military or veteran status, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000

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