Project Manager Trainee

We provide industry-leading, end-to-end fire protection, mechanical, and HVAC services. Our skilled tradespeople work in virtually every market across the nation.

S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power. With 16 locations and over 1,450 employees, including 850 skilled tradesmen throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Kentucky, Maryland, and West Virginia, S.A. Comunale can work in virtually every market sector and facility type.

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https://comunale.com/application/files/5717/5459/5043/Sprinkler_Highlight_Vide_LoRes.mp4 Job Summary A Project Manager Trainee will be assigned a mentor(s) to observe their functions and processes. They will assist the Project Manager mentor in overseeing all aspects of the project using planning, monitoring and controlling processes. A Project Manager Trainee will assist with the co-ordination and completion of multiple projects and to this end will aid in a variety of tasks including setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and summarizing progress of the project, and familiarizing themselves with required project reports and paperwork Essential Duties & Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Accurately define project requirements Assist with creating job schedules. Coordinate the delivery of tools and fabrication. Identify and manage the personnel assigned to each project and track their labor efficiency. Attend job progress meetings and initiate change orders and contract progress billings with the Project Manager. Learn how to estimate remaining “cost-to-complete” for monthly WIP reporting. Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned projects so that they are completed on time and on budget in correlation with the Project Manager. Work with clients to brainstorm creative solutions to their problems and to ensure their needs are met through our customized solutions Ensure projects follow established guidelines that ensure they are completed as efficiently as possible. Communicate with team members regarding project needs Read and analyzing job cost reports Respond timely to inquiries from management Assist with collections as required. Meet with designers regularly. Learn the company’s scheduling program.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or GED is required. Graduate or currently enrolled full-time at an accredited university, pursuing a Bachelors degree in Construction Management, or other similar degree is required. Knowledge of sprinkler systems/plumbing and previous construction internship / experience a plus. Significant experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel) applications is required. Experience working in MS Projects scheduling software a plus. Ability to think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results is required. Building positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees and management is required. Demonstrating integrity and professionalism is required. Demonstrating commitment to company values is required. Excellent organizational skills are required. Ability to follow-up on tasks and assignments in a timely manner is required. Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required. Ability to