Associate Project Manager

Associate Project Manager
Downers Grove, Illinois
JOB TITLE:Associate Project Manager
LOCATION:Downers Grove, Illinois
ONSITE REQUIREMENT:Monday thru Thursday in the office and Friday is the WFH day.
DURATION:12 months
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Lead project management for customer deployments across multiple applications, ensuring adherence to timelines and company policies.
* Oversee all stages of application processing, from system entry to construction completion, including structural analysis, site acquisition, zoning, permitting, and construction management.
* Keep District Manager/Lead Project Manager informed of any issues affecting project timelines or costs.
* Coordinate team efforts to acquire and maintain all necessary project documents, such as permits and approvals.
* Manage vendors when necessary and forecast project management tool dates.
* Attend deployment meetings and liaise with carrier representatives.
* Address design issues promptly, including lease entitlements and easements.
* Maintain communication and coordination with relevant parties and functions, including utility coordination as required.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
* Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience
EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
* One (1) to three (3) years of project management experience
OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES
* Knowledge of telecommunications/wireless project management, asset management, tower maintenance, and property management
* Knowledge of site acquisition procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
* Ability to read and understand blueprints along with and understanding of tower/roof top structural details
* Ability to direct the diagnosis of work flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
* Ability to read and understand financial metrics and identify remedies to financial issues
* Customer service orientation with a strong problem solving approach
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Knowledge of construction services: telco, power, fiber, basic construction, vendor equipment requirements, towers, lines, and antennas
* Ability to communicate across multiple service groups to both internal and external customers
ABOUT SSI:
With over 25 years of industry experience, SSi People has built its reputation and expertise on putting people first. Everything we do works toward delivering an exceptional experience for our consultants, our clients, and our internal team. Through a genuine commitment to people in everything we do. We have developed refined processes and a stellar internal team to deliver talent quickly. More importantly, we focus on building long-term relationships, not transactions. Putting people first is just what we do well.