Assistant Project Manager - Federal

About Us Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare. At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project. About this Role Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is celebrating 80 years of powering progress across Colorado. Our office teams help deliver safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way. Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward. Join a team where your expertise fuels the systems that keep communities running! Position Summary The Assistant Project Manager – Federal supports the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, and execution of large federal electrical construction projects. This role assists with project scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting, and quality assurance while helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with established standards. What You'll Do Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Coordination Assist in developing project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, and resource requirements. Support the identification and allocation of labor, materials, and other resources necessary for successful project execution. Help assign tasks, establish expectations, and provide guidance to promote efficient resource utilization and achievement of project milestones. Monitor project risks, assist in resolving issues, and support adjustments to project plans to minimize disruptions and maintain progress. Quality Control & Project Execution Implement and support quality control procedures to ensure projects meet established federal standards and project requirements. Monitor construction activities to evaluate project progress and identify potential concerns. Participate in regular project status meetings to review performance, schedules, and project objectives. Help maintain project schedules by ensuring construction activities progress according to established timelines. Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and properly maintained Client Relations & Stakeholder Collaboration Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and project stakeholders. Proactively address client concerns and support a high level of customer service throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with internal and external project partners to support successful project outcomes and client satisfaction. Promote and support the IME culture of safety across all project activities. Industry Representation Serve as a company ambassador by promoting organizational values and expertise within the electrical contracting industry. Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Additional duties as assigned. What You'll Bring Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong ability to perform due diligence and conduct project risk assessments. Knowledge of building construction methods, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and professional conduct. Ability and willingness to travel frequently to construction project sites. Demonstrated Accomplishments Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, BlueBeam, and Accubid. Demonstrated success supporting projects through completion while meeting schedule and budget objectives. Strong understanding of electrical construction within large-scale federal environments. Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers while remaining informed of market trends. Thorough knowledge and application of safety standards within electrical construction. Ability to contribute to project quality, coordination, and overall team success. Education & Experience Experience supporting or managing industrial and/or commercial electrical construction projects, preferably supporting federal clients. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, skills, and training preferred. Experience in electrical construction project management preferred. Equivalent combinations of relevant education, training, and applied experience will be considered. Due to federal government contract requirements associated with this position, applicants must be U.S. citizens and must be eligible to satisfy all applicable government security and compliance requirements. What You'll Get Working Conditions : The majority of the time you will work on construction job sites. When on construction job sites you will encounter typi