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Role Description

Orbital is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with Electric Utility industry experience for a REMOTE WORK opportunity to join our Substation Project Management Team. The role will entail supporting various aspects of project management processes/activities through all stages, from project inception through closeout. Project types primarily include substation projects (greenfield, brownfield rebuilds/expansions, equipment replacements/upgrades, etc.). Opportunities to graduate to Project Manager will be presented as the candidate earns experience and demonstrates proficiency in all facets of the role.

• Demonstrate ability in daily task planning, strategic task planning, as well as understanding of determining priorities amongst multiple projects.
• Willing to ask questions and seek training required to execute and supplement knowledge required to support Senior Project Management Staff and properly execute tasks.
• Support Senior Project Management Staff as needed to drive project tasks.
• Provide regular updates to Senior Project Management Staff regarding completed, ongoing, and upcoming tasks to ensure efforts are aligned.
• Attend scheduled project meetings to maintain working knowledge of project status and gather information needed to complete required tasks.
• Support tasks ranging from monitoring schedule adherence to managing material orders and completing regular project checklists.
• Contribute to project goals/objectives in a group setting.
• Provide input to improve processes/procedures to maximize efficiency and performance of the Project Management Team.
• Learn and use multiple software systems as required.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.
• Work with team members to ensure complete compliance with all safety procedures and report safety compliance issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field.
• 0-3 Years of Project Management Experience.
• Experience in Commercial / Industrial T&D or Experience in Management Preferred.
• Must exhibit strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Must be competent in basic computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe).
• Must be competent in scheduling software (P6) and provide schedule updates as required.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, coachable, and detail oriented.
• Must be able to work well in a group setting and manage simultaneous tasks.
• Must be willing to travel as needed. Travel and lodging costs are reimbursable.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to frequent construction sites.
• Good understanding of basic financial planning and forecasting.
• Ability to make good judgment based on facts and data.
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Company Description

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services. Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.