Assistant Project Manager

Helix Electric
Yuma, AZ
Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character. 

Our electrical Assistant Project Manager assists their Project Manager on projects and is the liaison between the field and the office. They are responsible for defining the project’s objectives by planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to the schedule while keeping within the budget.

Duties & Scope

  • Close support of senior project management team.
  • Develop project teams while delivering quality output, meeting customer expectations, managing to scope, delivering on time, and delivering within budget.
  • Develop and support project management techniques and schedule goals, procurement and contractual requirements, personnel assignments, and capacity planning.
  • Evaluate and continually improve the systems and processes used by the department to effectively meet customer requirements and profitability goals with an emphasis on strong internal unit tracking methods.
  • Ensure schedule requirements are met. Readily adjust priorities and milestones based upon changing customer needs, resource availability, and job requirements.
  • Interact with the customer to validate expectations are understood and met before, during, and after project completion.
  • Provide close support and oversight for third-party construction firms and subcontractors.
  • Manage project review process with particular emphasis on financial forecasting.
  • Ensure high-quality engineering, studies, and Helix project delivery.
  • Proactively and systematically communicate challenges, risks, and successes.
  • Oversee monthly invoicing process per project terms and negotiate appropriate change orders.
  • Coordination with Site Superintendent(s) to understand and assess installation methods, labor needs, and manpower forecasts.
  • Close support and oversight on adherence to the Quality Control process.
  • Close support to ensure that all downstream team members are meeting deadlines on assigned tasks.

Qualifications

  • At least 2 to 3 years of Project Engineer experience in the electrical construction industry.
  • Understand engineering in electric power.
  • Field experience coordinating with construction management.
  • Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take offs, change orders, and contracts.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects
  • Demonstrated ability to run a profitable portfolio
  • BSEE or Construction Management degree strongly preferred.
  • Journeyman or Master Electrician's license a plus.

Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Medical Plans
  • Dental Plans
  • Vision Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Match
  • Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
  • Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Scholarships

Posted 2025-12-19

Recommended Jobs

Preschool Director

Sweet P's Pre-K
Tucson, AZ

Summary Sweet P's Pre-K is looking to hire a full time assistant director. We are looking for individuals who are familiar with the following programs: ADHS Licensing, Quality First, and Nationa…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-16

Registered Behavior Technician/RBT

ROMAN EMPIRE ABA SERVICES
San Tan Valley, AZ

Job description Apply directly with us: About us Roman Empire ABA Services, Inc. provides Applied Behavior Analysis to clients with developmental disabilities. Roman Empire ABA Services is …

View Details
Posted 2025-11-19

Physical Therapist - Full-time

Impact Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
Peoria, AZ

Impact Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Physical Therapist - Full-Time Locations available: Scottsdale, Peoria, and Paradise Valley (note preference when applying) Schedule: Monday–Friday, …

View Details
Posted 2026-01-02

Operations Specialist

Aveanna Healthcare
Phoenix, AZ

As an Operations Specialist, you will be an integral part of the team, contributing to the seamless functioning of various office operations. This multifaceted role requires a versatile professiona…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-23

Chief Operating Officer

ATLAS Navigators LLC
Phoenix, AZ

ATLAS Navigators, LLC is a regional firm providing an array of professional services for individuals and small to medium-sized businesses, including tax, accounting, payroll, business valuation, finan…

View Details
Posted 2025-11-11

Field Service Engineer - AV, USA

Evertz Microsystems Limited
Chandler, AZ

Evertz, a growing high-technology company with over 2,000 employees today, is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of broadcast, film production and post production equipment for the film…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-30

Equipment Technician Trainee

Corning Incorporated
Phoenix, AZ

Requisition Number: 72553 The company built on breakthroughs. ​   Join us.​             Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the d…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-19

Sr Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Headhunter Insider
Phoenix, AZ

  Sr Manufacturing Quality Engineer (Electronics) Phoenix, Arizona   125-145K + Bonus + Paid Relocation + Full Benefits  Work Schedule Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:0…

View Details
Posted 2025-10-31

Dispatch

Phoenix, AZ

Job Title: Dispatch Job Description Support the Service Manager in managing backflow-related services and serve as the primary liaison for customer requests. Responsibilities include scheduling and…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-26

Patient Billing Specialist

Optima Medical
Scottsdale, AZ

Optima Medical is an Arizona-based medical group consisting of 30 locations and over 130+ medical providers, who care for more than 200,000 patients statewide. Our mission is to improve the quality o…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-06