Electrical Power Assistant Project Manager

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.

The Assistant Project Manager at Miller Electric supports the Project Manager in coordinating electrical construction projects, with emphasis on branch power and kitchen power installations. This client‑facing role involves assisting with estimating, subcontractor management, plan reviews, design issue resolution, and field coordination to ensure work meets project specifications and codes. The position offers hands‑on learning through daily collaboration with project teams, clients, and field personnel.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in estimating project scope and costs
• Manage projects with subcontractors
• Communicate with clients and subcontractors
• Attend and actively participate in project coordination and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as requested or required
• Research and prepare 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 process
• Assist in the tracking and completion of billing

Electrical Branch & Kitchen Power Duties:

• Support the layout, coordination, and installation of electrical branch circuits, including lighting, receptacles, power distribution, and equipment connections
• Assist with reviewing branch circuit drawings, identifying conflicts, and coordinating routes with field teams and other trades
• Help manage and track kitchen power installations, including dedicated circuits for appliances, equipment drops, panel schedules, and load requirements
• Coordinate with the field to ensure all kitchen equipment receives proper power, breakers, and wiring per plans and code
• Review electrical details for branch and kitchen areas to confirm they meet NEC requirements, project specifications, and client expectations
• Assist in generating RFIs related to electrical branch power, kitchen equipment loads, and field coordination issues

Education & Experience REQUIRED

• A College degree, journeyman’s license, or master electrician’s license
• Understanding of electrical installations and drawings
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment

PREFERRED

• Experience in dealing with large commercial construction/contracting projects
• Experience with stadium branch power and kitchen power installations
• Electrical contracting assistant project management experience
• Familiar with computer-based estimating
• Knowledge of billing and collections

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric/Emcor)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program

Miller Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity employer - we believe that what is good for humans will naturally be good for business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Miller Electric Company will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

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