Assistant Project Manager - Markade

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice : We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

About Us :

Markade Plumbing is a reputable commercial plumbing company serving the greater Phoenix and surrounding areas for 19 years. We specialize in new construction plumbing and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services and maintaining strong relationships with our clients. Markade is a Kelso Industries company, making it part of one of the nation's leading MEP+ solution providers.

About This Role :

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a few years of plumbing experience, either in the field or in the office, who is eager to learn, challenge themselves, and grow their career!

What You'll Do :

• Assist in developing project schedules, budgets, and resource plans under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Help oversee day-to-day project activities, ensuring tasks are progressing according to plan.
• Support quality checks and site visits to ensure work meets company and industry standards.
• Identify and report potential project risks or delays to the Project Manager.
• Communicate with clients as needed, ensuring questions and concerns are addressed professionally.
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to support smooth project execution.
• Help maintain accurate project records, including RFIs, change orders, and daily reports.
• Ensure work aligns with relevant codes and safety standards.
• Assist in monitoring project costs and flagging discrepancies.
• Provide regular updates to the Project Manager on progress and challenges.
• Prepare basic material takeoffs to support field teams with timely and accurate resource planning.
• Provide mark ups through Bluebeam for our field team to ensure that the "Markade Way" is retained amongst all of our projects.

What You'll Bring :

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What You'll Get :

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience :

Growth Opportunities : Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture : You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact : Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits : You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business