A&E Associate Project Manager (Telecom)

Job Summary

The Associate A&E Project Manager is responsible for managing project data, project status calls, coordinating site visits with the project team, and on-site inspections, as well as project tracking, reporting, and accounting leading towards the successful implementation of Engineering projects. The ideal candidate will show high energy, be focused, result-orientated, comfortable building client relationships, and be a highly self-driven individual. You will be required to collaborate with a team of drafters/designers and teams from other engineering disciplines. All data for projects will be managed on a cloud-based platform that allows key stakeholders real-time access to information. The ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously will be key. This position requires work both inside and outside the office environment.

Who We Are

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.

With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Collaboration, Reliability, Integrity, Passion, and Technology. This S.C.R.I.P.T. is key to our team’s success, allowing everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan with employer match, referral bonuses, and generous PTO.

Join us today. Together, we’re building a better network.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate work with internal A&E teams:
  • Coordinate site walks with construction team and sub-contractors as requested by customers.
  • Review projects and scope of work with both internal teams and subcontractors prior to project start.
  • Continue to work with internal team throughout project to mitigate any issues that may arise and to expedite answers to questions.
  • Work with construction manager to ensure all customer required documentation has been gathered and all customer specifications have been met prior to final submission.
  • Ensure all customer required documentation is submitted within the milestone dates provided to the customer for the project.
• Prepare / answer proposals and change order requests.
• Review and approve change orders coming from sub-contractors-based project budgets.
• Prepare and submit change orders to customers.
• Ensure all financial components of project are in place prior to work commencing including client PO’s, subcontractor & material PO’s. This also includes cost estimate workbook for the internal team consisting of travel expenses if required.
• Hold internal Notice to Proceed calls with the team for projects to review scope, schedule, expectations and milestone dates with internal team and sub-contractors. During this call travel budgets also need to be discussed to ensure construction team is aware of budgeting for the project.
• Complete milestones according to contract and ensure they are billed on time.
• Work closely with Department Heads to ensure projects are being completed on-time, on budget and within customer requirements and specifications.
• Work closely with customer and venues to handle escalations in a timely and efficient manner.
• Manage performance of internal team and provide support as needed throughout the duration of the project.
• Attend in person and teleconference meetings as needed with internal and client teams.
• Coordinate activities with construction managers and department heads to ensure implementation of the program according to the company methodology, processes and schedule.
• Accountable for project optimization and working with the construction team to manage and complete projects in the most efficient way.
• Daily communication of program status, progress, and risks to key stakeholders.
• Proactive follow-up of program activities and projects with respective virtual program teams, ensuring deliverables are accomplished.
• Lead in person or virtual operation meetings monthly to institute new processes and procedures that arise and address questions or concerns of the team.
• Conduct daily team calls to report on project progress and proactively address issues or concerns.
• Lead the team in a positive and professional manner to ensure customer satisfaction remains our teams’ number one goal.
• Complete internal cost estimation for new projects to develop financial budgets for all tasks, i.e. Labor, Subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
• Demonstrate value to the company and our customers.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What You Will Need

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience with Project Management.
• Experience as an AT&T partner a MUST.
• 2+ years experience with AutoCad
• Bachelor of Science in an engineering degree or architecture degree, or a related field.
• Experience in site aquisition and construction.
• Highly driven and self-motivated.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Travel

• Travel to local sites will be required.
• Some projects may require occasional overnight travel.

AAP/EEO Statement: 

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.