Assistant Project Manager
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Job Summary
As an awarded Best Managed Company Marco stands as a powerhouse in the industry. Our enduring legacy of shaping skylines and communities across Atlantic Canada spans decades all driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence. We specialize in P-3s design-building construction management and general contracting for the retail commercial recreational multi-residential entertainment health care educational and light industrial sectors.
We compete with national firms at every level while staying true to our values of Integrity Teamwork and Commitment to making a meaningful impact. By working collaboratively and upholding the highest standards we deliver projects that not only impress but also strengthen and support our communities.
Our unwavering commitment extends to our employees as demonstrated through our investments in training mentorship and continuous education. A competitive compensation package employee profit-sharing a robust corporate wellness program a vibrant and inclusive work environment health benefits RRSP matching and avenues for professional progression further underscore our dedication to our teams well-being and growth.
The Role
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) plays a critical role in driving the successful delivery of large-scale construction projects. Working under the guidance of a Project Manager the APM takes on an expanded scope beyond traditional project coordination while actively contributing to project planning execution and overall performance. This role supports the management of complex construction activities while ensuring seamless coordination strong contract administration and alignment across all stakeholders. Ideal for a candidate who has several years of Project Coordinator experience and is ready to take the next step towards becoming a Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Coordination & Quality Control
- Assisting Project Managers and Superintendents with onsite quality control and ensuring compliance with project specifications codes and safety regulations
- Fostering strong relationships with clients consultants architects and subcontractors
- Conducting site visits and supporting shipping receiving and material management
Project Management Support
- Assisting in preparing progress claims purchase orders change orders cost forecasting and subcontractor payments
- Monitoring project costs schedule updates and proactively identify risks
- Supporting project documentation closeout and warranty processes
Planning & Documentation
- Managing RFIs submittals shop drawings digital plans and deficiencies
- Ensuring work aligns with the latest drawings specifications and LEED requirements
- Participating in pre-pour meetings testing review and procurement tracking
Contract Administration
- Understanding and supporting compliance with contract obligations insurance bonding and labour agreements
- Mitigating delays and support claims management
Administrative Support
- Setting up and managing project documentation in Procore and other systems
- Taking meeting minutes tracking action items managing project directories and assisting with safety documentation
- Supporting permit applications site safety start-up and closeout documentation
Mentorship & Safety
- Mentoring junior team members on processes and industry best practices
- Participating in safety investigations and promote a strong safety culture
Qualifications
- A degree or diploma in Engineering CET certification or the equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of construction project coordinator experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Capacity to efficiently prioritize and work under tight deadlines
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite Procore project management and scheduling software
Marco Group encourages and embraces a diverse workforce; we love to see candidates applying with varying gender age religion race ethnicity cultural background sexual orientation language and abilities.
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About Company
Marco is one of the leading firms in the Atlantic Canadian construction industry, involved in the commercial and industrial sectors as project managers, general contractors and developers.
