Assistant Project Manager – Mission Critical at Quanta Services in Aurora, CO

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About Us Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare. At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project. About this Role For 80 years, Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) has been a trusted partner on the front lines of some of the most essential electrical projects, delivering safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way. Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward. Join a team where your expertise fuels the systems that keep communities running! Position Summary The Assistant Project Manager helps deliver large, complex electrical construction projects by keeping schedules, costs, resources, and documentation organized. They work across teams to remove roadblocks, coordinate activities, and keep work moving forward. The role is ideal for someone who takes ownership, pays attention to details, and thrives in a fast-moving environment. What You'll Do Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Ingenuity Assist in developing comprehensive, schedule driven project plans that define scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines, applying ingenuity and critical thinking to support successful execution. Partner with the Project Manager to identify and coordinate human and material resources, ensuring efficient utilization and alignment with project milestones. Assign tasks, communicate expectations, and support team members to keep work progressing smoothly and on schedule. Proactively monitor project risks, resolve issues, and adapt plans as needed—balancing flexibility, accountability, and sound judgment. Quality Control & Craftsmanship Implement and support quality control procedures that ensure construction activities meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and excellence. Monitor construction progress, participate in regular project status meetings, and help keep projects aligned with established schedules. Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure project documents are complete, accurate, and well‑organized, reinforcing integrity and attention to detail in complex, document-intensive projects. Collaborative Leadership & Relationships Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Proactively address client questions or concerns, provide responsive communication, and support a positive client experience from start to finish. Contribute to a respectful, team‑oriented work environment and actively support the company’s culture of safety and collaboration. Safety Leadership Support and promote a strong safety‑first mindset across all project activities. Encourage adherence to safety policies, procedures, and best practices, helping ensure work is performed safely and responsibly. Industry Engagement & Integrity Act as a brand ambassador, representing the company with professionalism, ethical conduct, and pride in our work. Demonstrate integrity and transparency in all interactions with internal teams and external partners. Change Management Support the change