Assistant Project Manager (Distribution)

About Us

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. 

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR). 

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About this Role

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Manager (PM) in planning, coordinating, and executing Transmission and Distribution (T&D) power line construction projects from initiation through closeout. The APM follows up on assigned project tasks and deliverables and helps manage schedules, costs, documentation, and coordination with field operations and support functions. Work assignments may include multiple projects concurrently and provide hands-on exposure to engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, construction management, safety, quality, and project administration.

What You'll Do

• Assist Project Managers with the planning and execution of transmission and distribution power line construction projects.
• Assist in developing the initial project schedule with engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction management personnel.
• Coordinate daily project activities with field supervision and construction crews and communicate schedule updates to stakeholders.
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Work with procurement on vendor and subcontractor scopes, purchase orders, subcontract packages, and schedule exhibits for PM review.
• Support project-specific safety planning, incident reporting, and incident investigations with Health and Safety personnel.
• Assist with project schedules, monthly project review reports, forecasting, and other management reporting.
• Track labor, equipment, subcontractor, material, and other project costs and support project budgets and forecasts.
• Document project changes and assist with pricing, change orders, and related correspondence.
• Track RFIs, submittals, contracts, engineering documents, field reports, and other required project records.
• Monitor engineering/design, procurement, and construction progress and identify delays or issues requiring management attention.
• Monitor production metrics and labor productivity and support operational reporting.
• Conduct site visits to observe project progress, work quality, safety compliance, and conformance with project requirements.
• Provide field document control, create daily reports, and take project progress photographs as required.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal support functions; prepare meeting notes and follow-up items as needed.
• Facilitate project closeout and warranty administration, including final documentation and punch-list items as applicable.
• Perform post-construction cost review and reporting and participate in lessons-learned activities.
• Adhere to company standards, policies, and procedures and perform other duties assigned by the PM, including acting as PM when deemed qualified by the PM or Operations Director.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience, or a combination of work and education, may be substituted.
• Experience with engineering, design, construction, estimating, scheduling, bidding, project management, contract administration, field supervision, budget control, safety, or quality assurance is helpful.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in transmission, distribution, and substation work.
• Understanding of the project design process, integrated EPC processes, and construction means and methods.
• Strong analytical, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and interact effectively with project stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with estimating, scheduling, project management, and cost-control software and processes.

Preferred

• Experience supporting transmission, distribution, substation, or similar electric utility infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with project planning, estimating, scheduling, procurement, project controls, and change management.
• Familiarity with union and non-union construction environments.

Travel Requirements

• Position will be approximately 50% office-based at Irby Construction’s corporate office in Richland, Mississippi, and 50% travel.
• Regular travel will be required to support projects in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Amarillo, Texas; and other locations throughout the Central Region based on project and business needs.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be comfortable with ongoing project-related travel.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions.
• Capable of walking, standing, and climbing for extended periods while visiting active construction sites.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Visual and auditory ability to safely navigate active T&D construction sites; reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

What You'll Get

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
• Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
• Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
• Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.