Assistant Project Manager

Description

The primary function of the Assistant Project Manager is to assist the project team with the administration and management of all activities associated with the construction project. As an Assistant Project Manager, you may also be assigned the overall responsibility for a smaller project where appropriate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

• Participate in WEO networking events
• Negotiate Change Orders with subcontractors
• Manage the associated PE’s and SPE’s to ensure the projects Material Procurement Log is being properly maintained and that required material deliveries correspond with the projects P6 schedule
• Oversee the APE, PE and SPE to ensure RFI Logs are current in CMiC and distributed to all of the appropriate subcontractors
• Attend and participate in WEO Quarterly Risk Management (QRM) Trainings
• Prepare Pay Applications for submission
• Assist the Project Manager or be solely responsible for writing certain scopes of work, preparing exhibits, the preparation of subcontracts and Purchase Orders with PM / PX direction and oversight
• Vet assigned scopes of work during the preconstruction phase (Estimating)
• Prepare Purchase Orders (as needed)
• Assist the Project Manager with cost control measures:
• Prepare External Change Order Requests, which get submitted to the Owner
• Work closely with the Project Manager and Estimator during the preconstruction phase assisting with the GMP process and input on General Conditions
• Oversee the contract close out process (O&M manuals, As-Builts, etc.)
• Assist the Project Manager or be solely responsible for problem resolution pertaining to a specific project issue on the majority of issues
• Oversee the APE, PE and SPE to ensure RFI’s are properly posted to PlanGrid and maintain the accuracy of the projects as-builts
• Oversee the APE, PE and SPE to ensure Submittal Logs are current in CMiC and the submittal process is being managed properly with the subcontractors and design team
• Attend project meetings and assist in the preparation / distribution of meeting minutes
• Assist the Superintendent(s) in implementing the project safety program
• Assist with job office set up
• Create and organize all closeout binders
• Represent WEO at Owner, Subcontractor and coordination meetings
• Manage Subcontractor Monthly Invoicing
• Assist the project team with the initial set up of PlanGrid to organize the contract documents for the teams use
• Manage and audit the Subcontractor Tracking Logs
• Participate in all PM Round Tables
• Assist in the documentation of all claims and litigation
• Work closely with the APE, PE or SPE in the initial set up of CMiC, i.e. Submittal Log Registry
• Review meeting minutes for accuracy and content prior to distribution

Requirements

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in P6 and CMiC applications

Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent experience in a related field and a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant project management experience, as an Assistant Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer or equivalent

Completion of OSHA 30-Hour Safety Course

Effective negotiation skills

Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, etc.) Advanced understanding of scheduling, CMiC, Excel, etc. applications

Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Effective time management and organization skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project or P6 Scheduling Software and Project Management Software, such as Prolog, Viewpoint, CMiC or equivalent applications. Using daily software tools, such as Bluebeam, Plan Grid, Safety Mojo, BIM 360 Glue, etc.

Effective oral and written communication skills

Thorough understanding of construction administration processes, including contracts, construction documents, schedules, RFIs, submittals and material procurement

First Aid and CPR certified

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various construction delivery methods, various market sectors, the construction administration process, building trades, technical aspects of construction including means and methods, materials, building systems, planning, scheduling, estimating, owner and architect relations.

• Clearly understands the concept of Budget vs. Cost and how it relates to the project Abstract and the monthly cost reconciliation
• Capable of successfully supervising a project with a project budget range of $1M - $10M, under various delivery methods, diversity in market sectors and varying complexities

Benefits

Compensation: $85,000 - $105,000 / year

• Student Debt Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 100% Life Insurance
• Bonus Program
• 401(K) with Match
• 100% ESOP
• Competitive Pay

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance