We are looking for a Construction Assistant Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry and familiarity with construction management software. The Assistant Construction Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Project Manager to plan, organize, direct, supervise, coordinate, and control assigned projects in order to meet project completion requirements and profitability objectives, while focusing on document control.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 2 years of project engineer experience in the commercial construction industry
- Construction software utilization is preferred (examples: Sage Timberline, Sage CPC, Procore)
- Experience with Bluebeam, Microsoft Project and intermediate Microsoft Office skills
- Short travel stints will be required to view existing sites/facilities
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to;
- Assist with drawing reviews to understand the complete scope of the project
- Assist with the development of the subcontractor construction schedule
- Prepare logs for submittals and drawings
- Assist with coordination of subcontractor selection and buy-out process
- Prepare detailed notes during each phase of construction as required
- Assist with the project kick-off including scheduling internal and external meetings
- Coordinate with the Field Manager for various responsibilities to ensure completion of open items
- Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process (initiation, tracking, distribution, archiving & logs)
- Manage the Submittal process (initiation, tracking, distribution, archiving & logs) in Sage CPC
- Manage the distribution and flow of all construction documentation (i.e. drawings updates)
- Assist with managing the Foreman’s Meetings: invitations, agendas, and meeting minutes
- Assist with managing the Weekly Internal Meeting (WIM): invitations, agendas, and meeting minutes
- Assist with managing the Owner’s Meeting: invitations, agendas, and meeting minutes
- Other duties as assigned
The individual most suitable for this role will have the following skills/experience;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or the equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of project engineer experience in the commercial construction industry
- 30% travel required
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with various levels of individuals within the company.
- Team-player and willing to work closely with other individuals.
- Self-motivated, highly organized, and with great attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn and seek knowledge from others.
- Familiarity with Construction Management software.
- High proficiency with computer software systems such as Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.
