5 Star Electric, LLC

Assistant Project Manager

Clay, KY

Full-time

About This Job

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.

Position Title: Assistant Project Manager

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for assisting the estimating, operations, and project management team of electrical construction projects such as distribution, transmission, and substation construction across a mix of clients for which 5 Star Electric, LLC is contracted. This position will be responsible for establishing baseline schedules and continuous monitoring and updating of progress and cost for multiple projects and reporting results weekly. This position also requires maintaining a positive relationship with our clients while ensuring 5 Star Electric’s field operations team is supplied with the pertinent information necessary to perform all work in a cost effective and timely manner. APMs are expected to develop forward-thinking skills and to have the ability to work independently.

Roles and Responsibilities:

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Under minimal supervision, the APM will provide:

+ Manage projects in accordance with 5 Star electric policies and procedures + Manage client, ensuring effective business relationships are in place and trusted by all parties. + Manage subcontractors and material procurement process + Effective change control and risk management methods + Thorough estimates of projects prior to bid + Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate members of the 5 Star Team + Contract reporting and status for field operations, management, and client + Effective financial controls to ensure profitability on all projects + Manage and support of storm restoration and emergency response events

Success Factors:

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Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instruction

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Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers

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Ability to Display Sound Judgement

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Ability to pass motor vehicles, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy

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Detailed knowledge of project management methods

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Working knowledge of computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency (proficiency in MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software is not required but is a plus)

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Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices

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Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to small and diverse groups.

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High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action.

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Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers.

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High commitment to achieving goals and plans.

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Organizational, planning and time management skills.

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Working knowledge of project management accounting practices and financials.

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Comprehensive understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms.

Experience and Education:

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Four (4) year college degree preferably in engineering or construction management

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One to Two (1-2) years of project management experience in the construction / utility industry

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

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Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License is required.

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Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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