Assistant Project Manager

Summary: The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting theirassigned Project Manager in the planning, management direction, projectcompletion, client satisfaction, and financial outcome of assigned constructionprojects. The ideal candidate will be required to assist their assigned ProjectManager in coordinating all contractual requirements, design drawings, andproject specifications that include, but not limited to:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Handle all paperwork and coordination for assigned projectsAssist in pre-construction planningProcess submittals for approval and maintain submittal status reportIssue RFI's to the Architect/Owner for review & approval, then distributeresponse to all involved partiesPrepare and follow up on change ordersAward change order work to subsNegotiate, award, and draft subcontracts & purchase ordersCommunicate and execute all procurement needs on a timely basis.Prepare and follow up on client invoicesApprove subcontractor requests for paymentMonitor the project's trade specific schedule and submittal logReview schedule with superintendent and identify lead times on materialdeliveries, critical path activities, or delays that may impact overall scheduleDistribute sketches, shop drawings, submittals, schedules and punch lists tosubcontractor and site superintendentCost tracking for sequential costingJob Cost AnalysisDevelop and manage subcontractor and supplier relationsAttend weekly subcontractor and owner meetingsProcess accounting documentation in conjunction with corporate office.Inspect and examine construction site and field conditions to identifyproblem, potential problems and as well as identify cost saving measureKeep all parties informed on issues that could affect the project andpropose possible solutions

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representativeof the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Education/Experience

Bachelor of Science of Construction Management or Engineering degree(preferably civil engineering)Candidates must be interested in pursuing a career in construction projectmanagementComputer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Project, HCSS Heavy Bid &Heavy Job is preferredMotivated and capable of overseeing several projects simultaneouslyConflict resolution skillsExceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills requiredStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work with and managecross-functional teams

Performance Standards

Safety Culture: Foster a safety culture by modeling and reinforcing expectedjobsite behaviorsTeam Orientation: Communicate in an open, honest, and respectful mannerHigh Integrity: Acts with unyielding integrity and honesty in businesstransactions, promoting company policies and holding self and other employeesaccountable, keeping promises and commitmentsOwnership Mentality: Assumes responsibility and makes decisions within ownlevel of authority; seeks approval when appropriateGood Judgment: Knows when to stand tough and when to be flexible. Sees thebig picture and the ramifications of actionsVersatility: Is open to change. Adjusts positively to changing workpriorities and business conditions

Physical Requirements

Sit, stand and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workdayStand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the dayOccasionally bend, kneel, squat and climb throughout the workdayLift up to 50 lbs. on occasionWork both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may bein loud environmentsMust work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety ofhim/herself or others

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions.

Language Skills

Must be able to read and comprehend English

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe theprincipal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as adetailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in theoccupation.

All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test,background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Equal opportunity employer, including veterans, and individuals withdisabilities