- Location
- Des Moines, IA ; Detroit, MI ; Indianapolis, IN ; Milwaukee, WI ; St. Louis, MO
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Michels Trenchless, Inc.
- Seniority
- Manager
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
Michels Trenchless, Inc. sets the standard for complete infrastructure construction and rehabilitation with minimal surface disruptions. We've been performing trenchless construction for decades, and it shows. Our leaders, managers, and field personnel have amassed an extensive resume of successful projects. Regardless of whether we are working close to home or thousands of miles away, our people deliver consistent quality, safety, and performance. Do you? Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Trenchless, Inc. can change yours.
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the successful execution of smaller projects under the direct supervision of a Project Manager. Responsibilities include reviewing project proposals and plans to understand scope, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements. You will assist with contract and subcontractor management from initial discussions through close-out, ensuring compliance and tracking key performance and financial metrics.
This role involves maintaining accurate documentation for accounting, cost reporting, billing, scheduling, procurement, and budgeting, as well as preparing reports for management. You will coordinate project schedules with field teams, attend construction-related meetings, and document activities to keep projects on track. Additional duties include assisting with agency and client correspondence, reporting requirements, and preparing proposals and estimates.\
Why Michels Trenchless, Inc.?
- We extend the limits of possibilities in trenchless construction
- We will never ask you to prioritize speed ahead of safety
- We are family owned and operated
- We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
- We share experience and insights to develop industry leaders
- We are a part of the Michels Family of Companies, a global leader in energy and infrastructure construction
- Michels offers a comprehensive benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements, including medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan, legal plan, and identity theft and monitoring plan. 15 to 25 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually.
Why you?
- You take pride in completing projects others would not attempt
- You want to take the lead with evolving technology
- You enjoy knowing the best work requires a total team effort
- You like to know your ideas and dedication are noticed and appreciated
- You are a great communicator
What it takes:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination.
- Experience with project financials, scheduling, risk management and reporting
- Experience with multiple project delivery methods including Design Bid Build, Design Build, Progressive Design Build, CMGC and other is desired
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Engineer (PE) is desired but not required
- Experience with Primavera, HCSS, B2W, MS Office Suite and MS Projects is desired
- Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team
- Travel up to 30% is required for this position
