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Asst Proj Mgr - Construct @ TOR

Chesapeake, Virginia, USOnsiteFull-time
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About this role

This is an entry-level opportunity designed for a technically strong and highly motivated individual who is interested in building a career in project management. Previous project management experience is not required. We are looking for someone who is organized, comfortable with technology, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to learn.

Company Benefits

• 13 paid holidays

• Vacation and sick pay

• PPE provided along with annual allowance for boots and prescription safety glasses

• Work shirts provided by company

• Annual appreciation package

• Early performance evaluation opportunities

• Competitive benefits (medical/ dental/ vision)

• 401k + match

• Company paid life insurance and disability

• Employee assistance program

• Career development opportunities

Job Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and specifications with Sales and Engineering to define scope, plan construction methods, and develop installation cost estimates including labor, supervision, and field support.

• Manage communication and coordination with all project stakeholders to ensure projects progress as planned.

• Coordinate manpower, material handling, safety planning, site purchasing, and equipment rentals to support project execution.

• Monitor and control costs associated with assigned projects to ensure alignment with estimates and budgets.

• Prepare project schedules, status updates, and manpower reports based on site conditions, equipment delivery timelines, and overall project progress.

• Conduct mandatory pre‑job meetings with site supervisors and clients, focusing on hazard assessments and the protection of customer property.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.

• 0–2 years of experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing, refrigeration/HVAC, or a project-based environment. Co-op and internship experience considered an asset.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data organization, filtering, lookups, pivot tables, and working with large amounts of information.

• Strong overall computer aptitude with the ability to quickly learn new project management, ERP, scheduling, and engineering software.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where priorities may shift and multiple projects or tasks need to be managed at the same time.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to track commitments, deadlines, documentation, and follow-up items.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and other engineering documentation.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the confidence to ask questions, investigate issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with project managers, engineers, field teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers.

• Self-motivated and able to take ownership of assigned tasks while working collaboratively as part of a project team.

• Demonstrated ability to remain organized and composed under pressure and manage competing deadlines.

• Eagerness to learn the commercial and project management side of engineering, including scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, change management, and project documentation.

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