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Associate Project Manager
Birmingham, Alabama
Physical Location
Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
Contract
Brooksource
$50.00 - $65.00 /hour
$50.00 - $65.00 /Year
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Job Description:
Assistant Project Manager
Brooksource
Fortune 500 Utility Client
Birmingham, AL
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support the delivery of major transmission, substation, line construction, and infrastructure projects within its Power Delivery organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Project Manager with 2+ years of project management experience who is looking to take ownership of increasingly complex utility and infrastructure projects. The APM will initially work closely with a Division Project Manager and, within approximately 3–6 months, will be expected to independently manage assigned projects through the full project lifecycle. Projects may range from smaller infrastructure and substation projects to large-scale transmission line and system projects, with typical project values ranging from $2M to $100M and durations from 6 months to 4 years.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in project scope development and project management activities for approved transmission capital, substation, line construction, infrastructure, and occasional transmission line relocation projects.
- Support projects involving 46 kV and above transmission systems.
- Lead project solution teams and coordinate with project Cost and Schedule Leads throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct and lead onsite field scoping meetings with project stakeholders.
- Develop project scopes, requirements, schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
- Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, including:
- Substation Design
- Transmission Line Design
- Protection & Controls
- Telecom
- Construction
- Engineering
- Maintenance
- Monitor project progress, costs, schedules, risks, and deliverables.
- Assist with project estimating, scheduling, procurement, and construction coordination.
- Transition into independently managing assigned projects after an initial onboarding and development period.
- Support both smaller infrastructure projects and larger, complex transmission projects, depending on experience and capabilities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Preferred disciplines include Electrical, Industrial, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in one or more of the following:
- Transmission
- Distribution / Power Delivery
- Utility project management
- Infrastructure project management
- Overhead or underground construction projects
- Demonstrated experience leading project teams and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience conducting onsite field scoping meetings and leading project scope development.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Ability and willingness to work onsite in a field/project environment as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with utilities or within the power delivery industry.
- Experience with SCS TEAMS estimating platform.
- Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling software.
- Experience coordinating projects involving:
- Substation Design
- Transmission Line Design
- Protection & Controls
- Telecom
- Previous utility design, construction, maintenance, co-op, or internship experience.
- Experience managing capital projects with budgets ranging from $2M–$100M.
Work Location & Travel
- Location: Downtown Birmingham, AL
- Schedule: 4 days per week onsite
- Travel: Occasional project/site travel required; travel expenses will be covered.
Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.
EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks:
Eight Eleven Group offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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