Assistant Construction Manager - Low Voltage [R]

Description

• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
• Responsibility to ensure safety is properly incorporated into job planning and execution; promote accountability among staff members and subcontractors as it relates to the project safety policies; and enforce these policies by actively participating in all safety-related functions.
• Expediting of vendors and subcontractors.
• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
• Progress Payments from Owner and to Subcontractors.
• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
• Recruiting of salaried personnel.
• Quality Control and Commissioning - Ensure the Quality Control Plan is set up for the project; set the tone for enforcing the quality standards for the project by attending and participating in the buyout and pre-mobilization meetings; and be alert to a deviation from our quality standards and ensure proper corrective action is initiated. Also implement the Commissioning Manual to ensure a properly function building.
• Remain current with industry best practices and new technology.
• Change Orders and Change Estimates.
• Carefully analyze cost and schedule problems and initiate alternatives which will cause a course correction.
• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
• Submittals – Ensure Project Coordinators have the knowledge, ability and workload to properly review and process submittals in a timely manner. This includes having a Submittal Transmittal and Delivery Log to accurately track the submittals.
• Cost Reports - Weekly and monthly review of job cost reports and preparation of monthly analysis.
• Customer/Owner Relations - Regularly visit with the customer and Architect/Engineer and probe for problems which may not be obvious to jobsite personnel. Maintain open communications.

Requirements

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Software proficiency in MS Office 365 (Excel, Project, Word, SharePoint) and Adobe Suite) and report writing applications.
• Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business preferred.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Excellent working knowledge of construction methods, facilities operations and building systems.
• Ability to function as part of a high-performance team.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• 7+ years’ experience in construction related field required.
• Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
• Professional accreditations desirable.
• Familiarity with strategic planning.
• Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
• Ability to work collaboratively in mobile work environment.

Benefits

• Substance Abuse Screening

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance