Associate Project Manager - Project Construction

Associate Project Manager - Project Construction Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Customer communication Order management system Supplier management Construction schedule coordination Construction project management ERP systems Electrical switchgear Project coordination Mid-level 3 years Schedule management Continuous improvement Vendor relationship management Project implementation Working on electrical projects Cross-functional collaboration Construction change order management Communication skills Stakeholder relationship building Cross-functional communication Project management in construction Full Job Description Associate Project Manager - Project Construction Who you'll work with : Join the powerhouse electrical distributor in the construction industry! At Loeb Electric, we're more than just a distributor—we are the driving force that keeps innovation illuminated and businesses powered. We pride ourselves on being dedicated to our values:

People :

Encouraging the success of our people.

Trust :

Building relationships among ourselves, customers, vendors & other partners.

Commitment :

Continuously striving to deliver high-quality, measurable results.

Innovation :

Providing ideas & solutions for our customers.

About the role:

The Associate Project Manager executes project lifecycles at an intermediate level involving lighting, switchgear and/or electrical distribution products, and related electrical components. This role manages documentation, take-offs, material scheduling, submittals, customer communication, and vendor coordination to support successful project delivery. The Associate Project Manager bridges the gap between Senior Project Coordinator and Project Manager by owning portions of project execution while developing capabilities in financial awareness, customer alignment, and lifecycle scheduling. What you will be doing as a member of our dynamic team: Project Execution & Documentation Manage intermediate project schedules, documentation, and delivery milestones. Perform take-offs, create RFIs, and support alternates or substitutions with vendors. Coordinate submittal creation, routing, approval tracking, and release packages. Support BOM accuracy, release schedules, and field delivery coordination. Assist with billing documentation, change order support, and margin awareness activities. Customer & Vendor Communication Serve as a customer-facing point of contact for project communication and updates. Coordinate with vendors for pricing, availability, alternates, and delivery commitments. Align expectations with customers regarding documentation, timelines, and material readiness. Support sales during handoffs and technical clarifications as needed. Cross-Functional Coordination Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Accounting to support project execution. Ensure clarity around material readiness, schedules, and delivery sequencing. Work with Senior PMs or PMs on transitions from estimating/pre-sale to execution. Surface risks, delays, or gaps to PMs, Senior PMs, or leadership proactively. Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Accounting to support project execution. Ensure clarity around material readiness, schedules, and delivery sequencing. Work with Senior PMs or PMs on transitions from estimating/pre-sale to execution. Surface risks, delays, or gaps to PMs, Senior PMs, or leadership proactively. Continuous Improvement & Development Identify recurring issues impacting documentation, delivery, or customer communication. Support improvements in templates, workflows, and project handoffs. Develop competency in billing, change orders, and financial tracking. Build technical product knowledge in lighting, switchgear, and related electrical categories.

Experience :

3-6 years project coordination or execution experience in electrical distribution, construction, or related environments. Knowledge of lighting, switchgear/electrical distribution products, and related electrical components. Ability to manage scheduling, documentation, and customer communication with increasing independence. Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

Experience with submittals, take-offs, RFIs, or BOM management. Experience with distributors, manufacturers, contractors, or integrators. Familiarity with ERP systems, quoting platforms, or order management tools.

Core Competencies :

Project Scheduling & Coordination. Customer & Vendor Communication. Documentation Quality & Attention to Detail. Technical Product Familiarity. Issue Identification & Escalation. Continuous Improvement Mindset. Success Measures Accurate and timely documentation delivery. Customer satisfaction and communication clarity. Improved execution consistency and reduced PM intervention. Demonstrated development in financial and scheduling competency. Positive peer and cross-functional feedback. EEO and Accommodations Loeb Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. 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 federal, state, or local laws. Loeb Electric also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the selection process—please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.