Assistant Project Manager

Objectives of this Role

Participate with Preconstruction and Construction departments to assist in phases of a construction project proficiently and effectively. These responsibilities include estimating, preconstruction and/or construction management functions.

Ideal Skill Set

• Manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Great communicator
• Extremely organized
• Independent decision maker
• Experience and thorough understanding of construction documents
• Team oriented
• Negotiation skills
• Highly motivated
• Accountable

Responsibilities

• Issue contracts for material and labor
• Review shop drawings
• Review and approve pay applications
• Assist in all phases of construction management
• Obtain bids from subcontractors
• Review sub scope of work
• Update cost database
• Set up projects in the company database. Maintain database for each project to support departmental needs
• Organize and maintain electronic and hard copy project files
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other departments and organizations
• Perform additional duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree plus 1-3 years’ applicable experience
• Knowledge of procedures for construction and ability to read and understand construction documents
• Understanding of building materials and construction methods
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Office, etc.)
• Current knowledge of industry trends, technology, codes, and regulations
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Occasional travel with some overnight stays