Associate Project Manager

Associate Project Manager

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 in Hubbard, OR.

The Project Manager manages high-voltage transmission, distribution, and substation construction / maintenance projects. Project Managers at Potelco will participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, subcontractors, safety, quality, and implementation. If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply!

The pay for this role is an hourly rate between $36-$38, depending on experience.

What You'll Do

Project Planning & Coordination

• Assist in planning construction and maintenance projects from concept through execution
• Schedule project phases and allocate time and resources accordingly
• Coordinate with field leadership, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to resolve scope or timeline conflicts
• Attend pre-bid meetings, job walks, and project kickoffs

Cost Management & Estimating Support

Assist in preparing cost estimates for distribution, transmission, and substation projects

Track and update project budgets, forecasts, and change orders

Collect and analyze cost data and performance feedback to inform future bids

Support proposal development including quantity takeoffs, bid documents, and customer compliance

Contract & Documentation Management

Help prepare, edit, and track contracts, purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders

Upload and manage project documentation including proposals, estimates, and reports

Ensure all documents meet compliance, formatting, and contractual criteria

Support intake and outflow tracking of project documentation and deliverables

Administrative & Financial Support

Assist with accounts payable / receivable as needed (e.g., coding, invoice review, billing support)

Contribute to budget estimates, progress reporting, and cost-tracking

Collaborate with the office team on internal project reporting and scheduling updates

Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or relevant

Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively

Must be willing to travel, short-term

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, customers, and local permitting agencies

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Microsoft Excel skills

Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s)

Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications :

High-voltage powerline industry experience

What You'll Get

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

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.