Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Construction)

Catapult Federal Services

Skilled Trades

Plano, Texas Contract To Hire Jun 3, 2026

Assistant Project Manager

Department: Electrical & Commercial Construction
Location: Plano, TX
Duration: Perm/ Direct hire
Work Model: On-site
Travel: Moderate/25% work travel

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established commercial electrical contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects with integrity, precision, and care. The company has built its culture around core values of family, faith, and professionalism — creating a workplace where people are respected and invested in. They serve a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, municipal, industrial, and multi-family construction. With a leadership team deeply committed to safety and long-term success, this company offers a place where your work genuinely matters and your growth is supported.

The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful planning, coordination, execution, and closeout of electrical construction projects. This role assists Project Managers and field leadership with project administration, coordination, communication, procurement, scheduling support, and documentation. This position operates with a servant-minded approach and provides an opportunity for growth into higher levels of project leadership and operations management.

Key Responsibilities

Project coordination:

Assist PMs with day-to-day administration
Support project startup, planning, and closeout
Maintain schedules, documentation, and reporting
Track progress, material deliveries, and manpower

Field Support

Coordinate materials, equipment, and manpower
Respond promptly to field requests
Remove obstacles impacting field productivity
Maintain communication across teams and vendors

Procurement & documentation:

Assist with material procurement and tracking
Manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders
Maintain organized project files and records
Support invoice review and vendor coordination

Financial & admin support:

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking
Support labor productivity reporting
Help prepare project reports and meeting docs
Assist with billing and financial administration

Safety & compliance:

Support company safety policies
Maintain required project compliance records
Reinforce commitment to safe project execution

Client & team relationships:

Representing the company professionally
Support positive client and vendor relationships
Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism

Qualifications

Required

Experience in construction or project coordination
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Ability to read construction drawings and specs
Strong work ethic and accountability

Preferred

Commercial Electrical Construction Experience
Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar
Exposure to estimating, procurement, or scheduling
OSHA 10 Certification
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Education

A degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience in commercial electrical project management will be considered.

Pay & Benefits

Competitive compensation aligned with experience and level of responsibility
Opportunities for leadership growth and professional development
A company culture built on family, faith, integrity, and professionalism
Leadership team committed to safety, teamwork, and long-term success
A workplace where your voice matters and your work makes a difference

What We Offer

Growth within a fast-growing electrical construction company
Hands-on exposure to project management and field operations
Leadership team committed to mentorship and development
Competitive compensation aligned with experience
Culture that values integrity, professionalism, and long-term development
Long-term career path with increasing leadership responsibility

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*Connect with your Catapult Recruiter: Kailyn Hartley, directly at ***email_hidden*** *

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