CareerPlan

Associate Project Manager

Des Moines-Iowa-United States of AmericaFull-time$70k–$97k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-14

Core

Support profitable execution of small-dollar Fire Systems Install projects from early planning through closeout, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and within scope.

Role type

Associate Project Manager (Construction/Fire Protection)

Builds

Fire protection and building solutions for customers in data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing.

Domain

Building Construction / Fire Protection Systems

Required skills

Project management, financial accounting, MS Project, MS Office, Adobe Writer, Visio, contract management, change order management, permit coordination, stakeholder communication

Preferred skills

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering knowledge, Construction Management, Architecture, PMP certification

Technologies

MS Project, MS Office, Adobe Writer, Visio

Responsibilities

Coordinate project delivery and support early-stage planning; Provide work direction to engineers, designers, technicians, and subcontractors; Manage scope, costs, resources, schedules, risks, billing, and collections; Pursue change orders and additional opportunities; Review contract terms and prepare cost estimates; Oversee document controls, construction compliance, and material ordering; Coordinate plan check submittals and secure permits; Maintain relationships with customers and contractors.

Seniority

Associate, hands-on IC