Remote Project Assistant Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

At Service Electric Company, we believe that each employee contributes directly to the success and growth of our company. Specializing in transmission, distribution, substation, storm restoration, and technical services., our rapid expansion follows our growing reputation for delivering safe, quality, and on-time projects to all our customers. Whether we're staffing internal support or in-field workforce, we are guided by our Core Values of Quality, Safety, and Responsibility. Incorporated in 1945, SERVICE ELECTRIC Company now employs over 2,000 employees and operates a fleet of more than 2,000 pieces of equipment. Our primary footprint includes the Southeast, Midwest, and Puerto Rico, but our crews travel throughout the Country to assist with storm restoration. Service Electric Company is a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR). Our culture is about supporting an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed.

The Project Scheduler at Service Electric Company supports Estimators and Project Managers by developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules throughout the estimating, pre-construction, and execution phases of electrical construction projects. This role provides schedule-driven insight to improve bid accuracy, project planning, resource coordination, and on-time project delivery.

**ON-SITE AND NOT ELIGIBLE FOR HYBRID OR REMOTE. Strong preference being to report to our corporate Chattanooga, TN location but open to possibility of reporting to Indianapolis, IN, Dunbar, WV, New Market, TN, Atlanta, GA or Leesburg, FL. 

• Develop preliminary and baseline schedules to support bid proposals.
• Collaborate with Estimators to validate durations, sequencing, manpower assumptions, and project milestones.
• Obtain required schedule information by all disciplines/functions.
• Ensure schedules align with contract requirements.
• Assist with schedule-based risk analysis during the estimating phase, identifying potential schedule risks, opportunities, and impacts to labor and cost.
• Support preparation of proposal schedules and phasing plans bids.
• Coordinate with Estimators and operations leadership to align bid strategies with schedule feasibility.
• Participate in estimating reviews and bid strategy meetings as needed.
• Maintain estimating schedule templates, historical data, and lessons learned
• Support transition of estimating schedules to project teams upon award.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules from award through closeout.
• Work closely with Project Managers and field leadership to align schedules with work plans, labor availability, and material lead times.
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure understanding of total project schedule needs.
• Track progress and update schedules based on field input and changing project conditions
• Prepare look-ahead schedules, milestone tracking, and progress reports
• Support schedule analysis related to change orders and delays.
• Participate in project meetings and provide updates as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or equivalent knowledge or skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2+ Years of scheduling experience, preferably in the electrical construction field.
• Proven proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Strong experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong ability to identify and solve issues.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Capable of handling multiple projects concurrently with good time management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to conduct oneself in an appropriate manner as a representative of Service Electric, working effectively in a diverse work environment.

DIRECT REPORTS: None

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: None

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: None

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Minimum

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position will work in a normal office setting but will be required to travel to and visit work sites.

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Service Electric Company provides Equal Employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.