Assistant Project Manager - Medical Construction

Assistant Project Manager - Medical Construction

Knoxville, TN, USA

Posted Friday, September 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM

SES Electrical LLC is expanding its workforce and is seeking an Assistant Project Manager. We are committed to fostering a work environment that offers long-term stability and growth. We value our employees and are dedicated to supporting their success throughout their career with us. With a strong track record of consistent growth, we provide a secure and dependable workplace for those looking for a lasting career.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting Project Managers in coordinating the activities of a project to ensure cost, schedule, document control and quality standards are met. Under the direction of the Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager is expected to take on any/all tasks in the quest to learn all he/she can about construction.

SES Electrical LLC offers a great benefits package complete with medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account health reimbursement account, flexible spending account, employer paid life and disability, 401(k) matching, and paid time off along with other essential benefits.

This position will report to our office location in Knoxville, TN.

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 annually

The essential duties and responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties, but not all duties performed for this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Developing and updating work plans
• Assist with project budgets, scheduling and submittal processing
• Assist the Project Manager in all phases and aspects of the project
• Develop thorough understanding of the project [drawings + specifications]
• Review owner contract and become familiar with terms and conditions
• Provide support to the field staff
• Assist with development and maintenance of project schedule
• Identifying and assisting in resolution of scope conflicts as necessary
• Preparation of materials for client, internal, and subcontractor meetings
• Developing project plans and documentation including work plans, safety plans, quality control plans, construction submittals, schedules, base access, etc.
• Assistance with subcontractor outreach and bid preparation

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 3-5 years’ experience preferred in the construction industry
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in engineering, construction, or a related field a plus
• Experience working with the Defense Health Agency (DHA) is preferred
• Experience in healthcare alteration and construction projects
• Familiarity with Infection Control Risk Assessments and related controls
• Familiarity with Interim Life Safety Measures and planning
• Must be familiar with industry standards and practices
• The candidate should possess basic Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook skills
• RMS and/or eCMS experience preferred
• Experience with Pro Core project management software
• ASHE HCC certification, USACE QCM, and EM385-1-1 training are preferred but not required
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work directly with our clients and subcontractors and present themselves professionally
• As a condition of employment, you may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable references and background check results.

Additional Qualifying Factors:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening (post accepted offer) and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

Necessary

Physical Requirements:

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

Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness and situational awareness. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time. Majority of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. Work is mostly performed from a sedentary posture. The employee is regularly required to hear, talk, sit, and use hands and fingers to operate a mouse, keyboard, and phone.

The employee may be occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and lift, handle, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust vision.

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