Field Office Project Manager

Field Office Project Manager Assistant

Scope of Work

Asplundh Construction, Corp., a national electrical construction company and division of the Asplundh Tree Expert Co, desires to engage a Field Office Project Manager Assistant to serve as a primary source between our Project Management and our Field Operations in Detroit. We are looking for a candidate who is energetic and demonstrates a work history where team goals were achieved through collaborative efforts.

The Field Office Project Manager Assistant will routinely interact with the field and must be comfortable in the environment. The individual will be responsible for supporting our Project Manager, Supervisors, and Regional Manager and will report directly to our Project Manager assigned to the Detroit Edison project.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Weekly reporting associated with Detroit Edison
• Updating job within HCSS tracking tool
• Project / WO Tracking
• Schedule Updates
• Smartsheet Updates / Performance Metrics / Tracking
• Performance Reports
• Scheduling
• The intent will be to work a 40-hour work week though extended hours may be necessary based on project demands. The monthly schedule will allow for flexibility in the engagement.
• The Field Office Project Manager Assistant will be compensated on an hourly basis.

• Performs other duties as required.

Asplundh Construction will provide a company owned laptop for use during this engagement. The laptop will be configured to connect to the company server or VPN. Asplundh Construction will provide a cell phone for company use only.

• Must have a defined knowledge of the Detroit Edison Spec Book and Units
• Must have a college degree in construction management, engineering, or other related areas or equivalent business experience
• Feels comfortable making arithmetic calculations and working with small letters and numbers
• Has strong analytical skills and a high degree of number acuity
• Effectively communicates both in written and verbal form
• Is intermediate or advanced in Microsoft Excel; experience in Smartsheet or a similar project scheduling tool is a plus
• Ability to interact in person or via phone with all levels of our organization and the customer, from company personnel and leadership to customer administrative positions and management
• Able to analyze large volume of data and perform metrics analysis
• Must be able to wear PPE as necessary
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments
• Must be able to traverse various terrains
• Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
• Must be able to communicate with others
• Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks
• Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, and up to 10 pounds on a frequent basis
• Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day
• Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, etc. – subject to call out work)
• Must have knowledge of heavy equipment
• Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment
• You must have transportation to and from the show up location
• Must be willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must be able to pass a background check and Motor Vehicle Records Check (MVR)
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Individuals with a disability who desire reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling  We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees
• An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets