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Louisiana Staffing

Assistant Project Manager - Data Center

Louisiana Staffing, Monroe, Louisiana, United States, 71201

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Assistant Project Manager - Data Center

Assistant Project Manager will be a member in our operations team and will help drive the delivery of all the various network infrastructure and cabling projects within a particular site. This position will require the individual to have development, management, customer engagement, operational and overall leadership skills. Key responsibilities will include establishing the program schedule and ensuring the established targets are met regarding schedule, cost, functionality, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. The role will also include consulting with clients, delivering presentations, resolving project issues, recommendations for new services or enhancements, estimating, proposal writing, project costs management, directing operations on labor requirements, directing/assisting purchasing with bill of materials. The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting in the entire successful execution of a project. Their primary responsibilities are to plan, direct, coordinate, and budget activities concerned with the construction of their project. The Assistant Project Manager shall also participate and at times lead the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, estimating, scheduling, and implementation. Essential duties and responsibilities include: Accountable for effective project management and delivery of their projects. Continuously evaluate the materials and products being proposed for constructability and feasibility. Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines. Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites. Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to the project site. Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and other regulations. Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements. Direct and supervise team members in the office and on site. Develop and implement quality control programs. Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contract changes process. Develop and maintain the project schedule. Develop and maintain the project financial plan. Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DL Way (project management playbook). Completes all weekly and monthly reporting and projections. Train and develop project team. Manage all associated aspects directed by the PM of the program. Coordinate and partner effectively with internal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners. Proactively communicate program status and risks to all stakeholders. Prepare and take corrective action to address concerns and challenges. Act as the Company liaison to the client for the program maintaining a high level of client satisfaction. Be on the jobsite and be present for active on-site project management responsibilities. Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience. 1-3 years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment. Track record of delivering mission critical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, and safety standards. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Contract negotiation and administration experience is a plus. Experience building and leading teams. Experience in assessing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports and vendor teams. Organizational, time management and coordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred. Client Engagement experience in similar programs is preferred. Understanding of program management fundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI and other project tracking metrics. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred. BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications certifications preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities.