Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Commercial Construction
Rochester MN On-site
Position Overview
As an Assistant Project Manager you will support all phases of HVAC construction projects to ensure standards budgets schedules and communications are maintained. You will also manage safety compliance and contribute to fostering a strong culture of safety.
Key Responsibilities
Document Control
- Review organize and distribute contract documents (drawings specifications schedules RFIs construction bulletins shop drawings/submittals).
- Log and track all document-related activities.
- Draft submit and track RFIs and responses.
- Attend coordination meetings and distribute meeting notes.
- Assist with project-specific quality control programs and documentation.
- Maintain progress and as-built drawings.
- Support project closeout documentation including O&M manuals startup reports training and punch lists.
Scope of Work Support
- Track and report changes to the original scope of work.
Procurement Support
- Maintain equipment procurement logs.
- Manage and track tool/equipment rentals.
- Coordinate orders and shipping schedules.
Safety Compliance
- Perform site walkthroughs and inspections.
- Ensure compliance with site-specific safety plans audits toolbox talks and pre-task planning.
- Utilize industry safety tools effectively.
Estimation
- Coordinate with suppliers/vendors for project estimates.
- Perform basic estimating using estimating software.
- Participate in pre-bid project turnover and preplanning meetings.
- Assist in developing scope letters/proposals.
Job Costing & Labor Tracking
- Support project manager and field foreman in tracking labor productivity using accounting software.
What Were Looking For
Must-Have
- 2 years of knowledge/experience in the building & construction industry.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.
Nice-to-Have
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Construction or related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of design techniques tools and principles.
Additional Information
- Medical dental vision and life insurance.
- 401K with company match.
- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short-term incentive plan.
- Attractive bonus opportunities.