Assistant Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Miller Electric Company

Richmond, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Richmond, Virginia
POSTED
25 days ago
About Us:

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary:

Data Center Construction- Assistant Project Manager

 

Join Miller Electric and be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well‑being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage. As an Assistant Project Manager, you’ll report directly to your Project Manager in a client‑facing role that requires building strong relationships both in and outside the office. You’ll develop through hands‑on experience, peer collaboration, and ongoing technical training.

 

Essential Job Functions

  • Assist in estimating project scope and costs

  • Manage project expectations and execution of subcontractors

  • Maintaining project documentation

  • Tracking project expenses and budget

  • Preparing reports

  • Communicate with clients and subcontractors 

  • Attend and actively participate in project coordination and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as requested or required.

  • Research and preparation of change requests to resolve design issues for approval

  • Research and recommend solutions to design document problems, including conflicts, interferences, and errors/omissions

  • Monitor field work and/or contract work to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, specifications, and codes

  • Assist with the submittal and RFI processes

  • Assist in the early completion and tracking of billing

 

Education & Experience

 

REQUIRED

  • 2+ years as an Assistant Project Manager over commercial electrical work

  • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment

  • Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems

  • Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization and leadership skills

  • Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time

  • Tactful conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.
 

PREFERRED

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, etc.), paired with industry experience OR an overall appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education (journeyman or master electrician’s license)

  • A good understanding of how to read electrical drawings and specifications

  • Familiar with computer-based estimating

  • Knowledge of billing and collections

 
Benefits
 
  • Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
  • 401k retirement with company matching
  • Vision plans
  • Disability Insurance
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Travel Accident Insurance 
  • Disability Insurance 
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • College Coach Services
 

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