Jml Search

Assistant Project Manager – Utility Electrical Construction

JML Search is partnering with a leading electrical contractor in Southern California to identify an Assistant Project Manager to support utility electrical and civil infrastructure construction projects.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Fullerton, CA. The role requires regular travel to utility electrical construction project sites throughout Southern California. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation and long-term career growth while working on utility electrical infrastructure projects.

What You'll Do

• Assist Project Managers with the planning, coordination, and execution of utility electrical construction projects.
• Coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries.
• Track project schedules, RFIs, submittals, budgets, and change orders.
• Support procurement, project documentation, reporting, and project closeout.
• Work closely with field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Project Coordinator within utility electrical, civil infrastructure, or public works construction.
• Experience supporting projects involving street lighting, light poles, traffic signals, underground utilities, dry utilities, or similar utility electrical infrastructure is highly preferred.
• Experience working on municipal or public agency projects is a plus.
• Strong understanding of RFIs, submittals, scheduling, procurement, and project documentation.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software is preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term career growth with an established contractor
• Opportunity to work on large-scale utility electrical and infrastructure projects
• Collaborative leadership team and supportive work environment

If you have experience supporting utility electrical or civil infrastructure construction projects and are looking for your next opportunity, please apply to learn more!