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Assistant Project Manager
Saber Power Services, LLC, (SPS) is a nationally recognized full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company based in Houston, TX. We specialize in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure projects across North America, including engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support our Turnkey Solutions group, managing all aspects of EPC substation projects. This position assists the Project Manager and other senior team members in all phases of project execution, from estimating and planning through construction and closeout. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction management or electrical infrastructure projects and a strong desire to grow into a leadership role within the EPC environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Project Manager in managing substation EPC projects from pre-construction through final delivery.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Track and manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Participate in subcontractor and vendor coordination, including issuance of purchase orders and monitoring of performance.
- Contribute to estimating efforts by conducting quantity takeoffs and preparing cost summaries.
- Maintain project tracking logs for schedule updates, change management, procurement status, and other key project metrics.
- Collaborate with safety and quality teams to support compliance with safety standards and quality control procedures.
- Support project closeout activities, including compiling documentation, punch lists, and turnover packages.
- Assist in the resolution of field issues, RFIs, and unforeseen challenges in collaboration with internal teams and subcontractors.
- Help enforce contractual and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management, appropriate to the role and business needs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or a related field is preferred.
- Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Two (2) years of experience in project support roles within the construction or power infrastructure industry; experience with substations or electrical utility projects is a strong plus.
- Understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing, particularly in electrical infrastructure.
- Familiarity with EPC project delivery models and lifecycle phases.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); scheduling software experience (Primavera P6, MS Project) is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
- A proactive approach to identifying problems and developing solutions.
- Comfortable working on-site in field construction environments as needed.
- OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certification are a plus.
Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.
Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.