Supports project managers with project schedules, commissioning plans, documentation, meeting minutes, punch-list management, reporting templates, budgets, profitability monitoring, and invoicing. Coordinates communication among project teams, clients, engineers, general contractors, and other stakeholders. The role requires familiarity with mechanical and electrical building systems, strong organization and communication skills, extensive travel to data center worksites, and the ability to perform physically demanding site activities.
Salute Mission Critical is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Project Manager to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.
Summary
The role of the Assistant Project Manager is to support the project manager in their role of managing the project. This support role is critical to project success by assisting the team with deliverables, day to day task, and documentation.
- This role has expectations of up to 50-75% travel annually, unless currently residing in a local area near a jobsite.
Locations
- Phoenix, AZ
- SW region of Charlotte North Carolina
- Atlanta, GA
- Dallas/Fort Worth area
- Warrenton, Missouri
Responsibilities
- Be familiar with project scope of work and pricing.
- Coordinate communication with PM and project personnel.
- Develop Cx plans review by PM.
- Develop project schedules for review by PM.
- Review timelines for project deliverables with PM and project team members
- Populate and organize the project folder with all project documentation from the client / EOR / GC.
- Communicate with project team on various requirements and travel arrangements.
- Participate in project meetings and create meeting minutes.
- Participate in all punch list meetings.
- Assist testing engineers punch list management.
- Review reporting requirements and prepare templates for project team.
- Monitor project budget and profitability.
- Develop project plans in Smartsheet for PM review.
- Review project status and create invoices in Ajera (accounting software).
Requirements
- Work experience: Project management or similar role, 0-5 years. Construction experience ideal
- General understanding of mechanical and electrical building systems
- Education: 4-year college degree
- Military experience a plus
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office programs required.
- Math Skills: Must be able to calculate figures and amounts (percentages and proportions)
- Communication: Understands instructions and can convey information to others in a simple and unambiguous way
- Organized, proactive, responsive, and precise
- Ability to work from home effectively and travel to project sites 50-60% of the time.
Top Skills & Proficiencies
- Leadership
- Organization
- Responsiveness
- Decision-Making
- Data Entry Skills
- Data Processing Skills
- Dependable
- Reporting Skills
- Deadline Oriented
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
- Planning and Organizing
- Communication Skills
- Influencing and Leading
- Delegation
- Meme Generation
- Teamwork
- Negotiation
- Adaptability
- Stress Tolerance
Work Conditions & Physical Demands
- Must have a dedicated home office that is conducive to daily responsibilities.
- Must be able to move about the work area and travel to worksites as needed or required.
- Must be able to communicate with a variety of individuals; must be able to follow verbal and written instructions/directions and respond to inquiries.
- Must be able to frequently perform strenuous physical activity including but not limited to: stand for eight or more hours at a time, move in rugged or unstable conditions, work in adverse weather, handle or feel objects, tools or controls which may not be visible, reach overhead. Occasionally may be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Must be able to carry test equipment up to 30 pounds.
Preferred Experience
Those with military experience are encouraged to apply.
If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!
Salute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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