Job Details

Job Description

Junior Project Manager – Walker Telecomm (Low Voltage)

Duties & Scope

• Provide close support to the senior project management team.
• Develop project teams while delivering quality output, meeting customer expectations, managing to scope, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and 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.
• Manage, mentor, and develop colleagues.
• 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 the project review process with particular emphasis on financial forecasting.
• Ensure high-quality engineering, studies, and Walker Telecomm project delivery.
• Proactively and systematically communicate challenges, risks, and successes.
• Oversee the monthly invoicing process per project terms and negotiate appropriate change orders.
• Coordinate with Site Superintendent(s) to understand and assess installation methods, labor needs, and manpower forecasts.
• Provide close support and oversight to ensure adherence to the Quality Control process.
• Ensure that all downstream team members are meeting deadlines on assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 1–2 years of project engineering experience in commercial/private low voltage construction.
• Preferred: Understand low voltage systems engineering.
• Field experience coordinating with construction management.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take-offs, change orders, and contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects.
• Demonstrated ability to closely support the running of a profitable portfolio.
• Exceptional initiative, execution, and communication skills—both oral and written.
• Strong analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Degrees related to Low Voltage Systems, Network Engineering, or Construction Management are strongly preferred.
• BICSI certification, NICET, or relevant industry credentials are a plus.
• Note: This is an in-person, full time position only. Must be willing to drive to Martinez, Ca office M-F until contract period is complete.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting base pay for this role is approximately USD $56,160/year. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits. This role shall be a 90 day contract period converting to full-time salary.