Assistant Project Manager

Supports project team with scheduling, buyout, estimating, document control, and managing self-perform crews and subcontractors in industrial/heavy commercial markets. Involves one large or multiple mid-size projects ($500K-$15M) using self-perform, GC, or CM delivery. Office and jobsite-based with some travel.

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Client Details

A well-established construction firm specializing in industrial and heavy commercial projects across a range of sectors. Known for self-perform capabilities, the company delivers projects through general contracting, construction management, and design-build methods. It emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration, with a strong regional presence and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget.

Description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Demonstrate commitment to a people-based safety culture and adhere to the requirements outlined in the corporate safety manual and leadership training.

• Ensure compliance with all standard operating procedures (ISO) for estimating, purchasing, and project control.

• Collaborate with the client's project management team, Project Executive, Senior Project Manager(s), Project Manager(s), Project Engineer(s), Site Safety Professional(s), trade subcontractors, local authorities, and designers/engineers to achieve project success.

• ESTIMATING: Attend site visits and walkthroughs in the field, as requested by Estimator or PM. Take site photos and measurements as required. Procure bid bonds. Set up bid list for vendors and subcontractors. Deliver bids. Drawing take offs if required. Distribute addendums. Assist in compiling sub & vendor proposals.

• PROJECT STARTUP: Draft Letters of Intent, POs, and Master Sub Agreements as needed. Ownership of project submittal process. Draft submittal log for PM review. Process submittals from vendors & subcontractors and maintain submittal log. Verify shop drawings. Communicate status of submittals to Project Manager and team. Assist in assembling drawings & specs for field distribution. Assist with new hire processes for field staff.

• PROJECT CONSTRUCTION: Maintain record drawing set. Ongoing submittal process. Maintain RFI log. Input with change order request / extra work pricing. Assist in material procurement. Assist with project scheduling.

• PROJECT CLOSEOUT: Draft closeout binder for PM review. Assist in procuring closeout documentation from vendors & subs. Assist in project punch list. Assist in ISO closeout procedure

• Maintain positive and open relationships with customers.

• Travel may be required.

Profile

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.

• 3-5 years related experience and/or internship(s) with a General Contracting/Construction Management organization, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

• Knowledge/experience with Microsoft Office suite, FTP sites and document control programs.

• Knowledge of Sage 300, Procore, or Prolog is preferred.

• Strong communication, planning, organizational, and teamwork skills.WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced, busy, and occasionally noisy work environment.

• May involve managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• May require outdoor work with exposure to various weather conditions.

• Occasional work in high or precarious places, near fumes or airborne particles, or handling toxic chemicals.

• Risk of electrical shock and vibration may occur in certain situations.

• Frequent interruptions to address team members' needs and vendor requests. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent travel by motor vehicle may be required.

• Extended hours on construction sites may necessitate physical stamina for navigating the premises.

• Effective and professional communication with supervisors, employees, and others, both individually and in a team setting, is essential.

• Strict adherence to safety protocols and the ability to follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment guidelines, and company policies, is required to perform work safely and effectively

Job Offer

Proud to offer a very competitive wage and benefit compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, vacation pay, holiday pay, personal time, employee stock ownership program (ESOP), and a generous 401K program.

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