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Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Contracting)

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc., Marlboro, New Jersey, United States

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Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Contracting) Assistant Project Manager – Electrical Construction- Electrical Contracting

Full-Time permanent staff role, based in the local New Jersey area.

Electrical Contracting – Commercial & Industrial (Non-Union)

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Management team in the execution of commercial and industrial electrical construction projects throughout Central & Northern New Jersey. This role is ideal for a motivated professional seeking hands‑on experience in non-union electrical construction, working closely with Project Managers, field supervisors, and office staff to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Our client offers:

Competitive compensation based on experience

Career advancement opportunities within an established & growing non-union electrical contractor

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays, and 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Collaborative team culture with hands‑on project management mentorship

Responsibilities:

Assist Project Managers with the day‑to‑day coordination of non‑union commercial and industrial electrical projects

Support scheduling, material procurement, and coordination with vendors and suppliers

Track project costs, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and submittals

Coordinate with field supervisors and foremen to ensure manpower, materials, and equipment align with project schedules

Maintain accurate project documentation, job cost reports, and project logs

Assist with progress billing, invoice review, and cost forecasting

Participate in project meetings with general contractors, owners, and internal teams

Support compliance with New Jersey construction codes, safety standards, and company policies

Assist with project closeout, including as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and final documentation

Qualifications:

1–3+ years of experience in electrical construction, project coordination, or assistant project management

Experience supporting non-union electrical contractors preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, a plus but not required

Working knowledge of commercial and/or industrial electrical systems

Ability to read & interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Basic understanding of estimating, job cost tracking, and change order processes

Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Autodesk Build, Bluebeam, or similar platforms a plus

Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a construction environment

Clear and professional communication skills with field and office teams

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability

Self‑motivated with a willingness to learn and grow within a non-union contractor environment

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