Associate Project Manager

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

About this Role

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc . seeks a great Associate Project Manager to join the team and work with our Estimating team inSumner, WA.

The Assistant Estimator is responsible for providing estimating services to deliver cost-effective and detailed estimates of Substation, Distribution, or Transmission construction projects. This position is responsible for the successful estimating of projects accomplished through managing all aspects of estimate development including scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the estimate of distribution, transmission, or substation projects in accordance with Potelco’s policies and procedures.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and field leadership to effectively estimate cost and resolve inconsistencies.
• Work with operations to ensure the estimate, schedule, and work plan best suite the customers’ needs and provide a safe and cost-effective solution.
• Attend customer pre-bid meetings and job walks.
• Participate in proposal development effort.
• Track and maintain operations feedback regarding cost and performance to improve future estimating efforts.
• Utilizie Pyhton and AI to assist in the estimating process.

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting or relevant experience.
• At least 1+ years of expercience with Python and AI.
• Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment.
• Must be willing to travel as estimating necessitate.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or equivalent.
• Ability to identify opportunities and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Strong analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
• Valid driver’s license.

What You'll Get

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Range

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.