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Gibson Electric Co., Inc. - Assistant Project Manager
Returning Candidate? Log back in! Gibson Electric Co., Inc. - Assistant Project Manager Job Locations US-IL-Downers Grove ID 2026-47867 Company Gibson Electric Co., Inc. Category Operations Management Position Type Full-Time Location Type Onsite Posted Date 22 hours ago(1/29/2026 10:06 AM) About Us

We are an electrical construction firm specializing in commercial electrical and telecommunication infrastructure design, structured cabling installation and maintenance, electrical power distribution systems, data transmission systems, and distributed antenna systems (DAS).

Job Summary

GIBSON ELECTRIC

 

Position:                      Assistant Project Manager                                 FLSA:   Exempt

Company:                     Gibson                                                              Location: Downers Grove, IL

Department:                Operations

Reports to:                  SVP, Operations

 

 General Summary

Manage and/or Estimate small electrical construction projects and assist with larger project and general work load of project management staff.

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Monitor and control contractual requirements of assigned projects ensuring that key field and support staff positions are adequate and perform in accordance with required assignments and deadlines.Monitor and control financial aspects of project contracts including materials purchasing, Change Order initiation and implementation, cost to complete analysis, income and expenses, labor, etc. to ensure projects remain within established budget.Ensure that project materials, equipment, and tools are ordered and delivered timely.Partner with client, architectural, engineering, other departments, and trades to facilitate critical path and project completion.Prepare completely new project estimate packages for small job under supervision of preconstruction or senior project managers.Develop, monitor, and control project objectives, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of Company policy.Prepare and present work in progress reports monthly or as required by senior management.Represent company in assigned project meetings.Ensure site personnel comply with all safety plans and programs and work rules as required by company policy and contract.Management of customer accounts as directed.

 

Job Specifications Four-year electrical engineering degree or the equivalent combined education and field supervisory experience.Working knowledge of construction contract language required.Working knowledge of electrical design, estimate packages, and implementation required.Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings required.Thorough understanding and application of industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities required.Ability to thoroughly understand and apply company policies, procedures, business ethics, and work standards.Superior communications and interpersonal skills required.Knowledge of CONEST estimating software or ability to learn required.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications required.Ability to work with minimal supervision and perform against accelerated deadlines required.

 

Accountability and Measurement Partner with field Superintendents to ensure that personnel perform as required.Revenue and Profit Goals as identified by Senior Vice President of Operations

 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

 

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

 

 

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or computer keyboards. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to regularly commute to site locations. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

 

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

 

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Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Affirmative Action Policy

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As a leading provider of electrical construction, service, and maintenance, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

 

Compensation Range:  $50K - $70K based on qualifications and experience

 

Other Compensation:  This position is bonus eligible

 

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

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