Assistant Preproduction Manager

FTI

. Work closely with the Preproduction Manager during all phases of production projects .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical power, lighting, and low-voltage installations, along with strong project management skills in budgeting, design coordination, and construction documentation. Proficient in managing project submittals and RFIs while supporting MEP coordination and field personnel.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Power InstallationProject BudgetingDesign CoordinationConstruction DocumentationMEP Coordination

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Hard Skills

Modular DesignElectrical Systems ExperienceValue EngineeringChange Order ManagementCost Alternatives DevelopmentRFI ManagementConstruction As-Built DocumentationCAD/RevitAccubidProject Controls

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationMentoringProblem-SolvingFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Technical Associate DegreeBachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

ConstructionManufacturingProject ManagementField SupportSite Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with the Preproduction Manager during all phases of production projects
Perform basic modular design, electrical power, lighting, and low-voltage installations
Assist with budgets, constructability reviews, value engineering, and project documentation
Develop project budgets, cost alternatives, change orders, and proposals
Provide design, budgeting, and model coordination support
Track changes and modifications during the project process
Manage project submittal and Request for Information (RFI) processes
Support field personnel during construction and translate design intent to the field
Attend site meetings and site visits to document existing conditions
Create and document value-engineering solutions and quantify affected cost elements
Work with engineering teams to develop designs meeting project goals
Support collection of schedule and production data for project controls
Support MEP coordination with other trade contractors
Support construction as-built and documentation processes
Participate in Faith’s hiring referral and mentoring program, as appropriate
Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Technical Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
5 years of electrical or systems experience
Alternatively, entry-level CAD/Revit or Accubid experience and 5 or more years of Manufacturing and/or Construction experience preferred
15–40% travel
Ability to work Monday–Friday between 7 AM and 5 PM
Overtime may be required
Ability to work at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Successfully pass a background and drug test
Employment contingent upon successful background and drug test
Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, merit-based compensation
Career path development
Flexible and robust benefits package
Industry-leading benefits for regular/full-time team members
Career development and continued education programs
Knowledge and resources to achieve career goals
Hiring referral and mentoring program, as appropriate