Associate Project Manager

What this job involves

Works as part of the project team, assisting with the development of scope & schedule for project work and executing minor project management duties.

What is your day to day?

• Assist project team on projects and assignments.

• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all project management technology as required for assigned projects.

• Assist in d evelop ing scope and schedule for assigned projects.

• Coordinate activities of sub-contractors and relocation of technical functions.

• May manage minor renovation projects up to 25K SF with minimal oversight.

• Interact and may negotiate with contractors and subcontractors .

• Demonstrate a proactive focus on meeting client and project requirements in a timely and cost effective manner.

• Ensure that all accounts receivables are maintained at a level not to exceed planned working capital charge as set by corporate finance, the project team and/or the Regional Operations Manager

• Coordina te and track all Vendor RFPs. - m aintain accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.

• Assist local team in meeting target financial numbers on a Regional and National level as determined on a yearly basis by the Management Executive Committee.

Desired experience and technical skills

Required

• Minimum 2 years in a Coordinator or Business Support role

• Basic knowledge of construction, architecture or commercial real estate industry

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with executive level internal & external clients

• Organizational & detailed-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage differing needs of the business.

Preferred

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.

• Previous experience in project-based work

• Knowledge of MS Projects