Assistant Project Manager

Role: Assistant Project Manager (APM)
Classification: Exempt Salaried
Reports to: Project Manager

Summary:

An Assistant Project Manager (APM) obtains evaluates coordinates and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct projects on time within budget and to the quality specified. The APM is responsible for protecting and promoting the interest of both the business and client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a beginner-level leader.

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years we have a strong reputation for quality commitment and integrity.

Building on that foundation we have a unique opportunity for a strategic leading-edge thinker and leader to maintain our exponential trajectory of growth. We are seeking someone who can help develop our Employee-Owners to communicate effectively with each other and our clients leveraging the following core principles:

DELIVER positive energy performance and forge alignment among all stakeholders.

STRENGTHEN our commitment to innovation and technology through tools that bring efficiency to construction.

EXTEND our brand and reinforce the Bobbitt legacy across our communities.

IMPRESS by going above and beyond (even when nobody is watching).

WOW employees and customers with unique experiences and special memories.

SIMPLIFY our processes and procedures ensuring consistency in all that we do.

WELCOME different patterns of thought background and diversity within the company.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Maintain adherence to standards of safety

Ensure that required documentation is filed

Assist in creating and managing project budget for all assigned projects

Develop pre-construction RFP package

Assist in conducting project meetings setting milestones and formulating monthly owner report

Establish job processes (RFIs submittals and pay applications) including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change orders

Update project schedule; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics

Assist in managing the closeout process

Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Project milestones and monthly owner reporting consistently on schedule

Budget management and subcontract/PCO negotiation handled accurately

Project quality standards and closeout timelines consistently met

Strong collaboration maintained with the superintendent and site team

Required Knowledge Experience & Competencies:

Valid Drivers License

Safety certifications as required

High school diploma required; four-year degree from an accredited university within construction engineering or business concentrations strongly preferred

2-5 years experience in commercial construction including experience with a commercial general contractor

Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred

Passion for construction and the industry; ability to recognize and seek quality

Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including the Microsoft Office suite (Project Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint) Procore Adobe and BlueBeam

Strong ability to communicate clearly concisely and professionally with a focus on audience-appropriate business writing and verbal skills

Positive attitude and passion for construction and the industry

Ability to gather data interpret it into meaningful information and relay it through clear concise communication seeing how pieces and processes fit into the bigger picture

Ability to organize and manage tasks and priorities

Seeks continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities with an internal focus on self-improvement

Adapts and exercises flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology design means and methods

Ability to collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles

Creates and maintains relationships with colleagues clients subcontractors and vendors

Exhibits respectfulness by being punctual engaged/focused and respectful of others

Preferred Knowledge Experience & Competencies:

30-Hour OSHA

Business or Accounting degree preferred

Three to five years of construction accounting experience

Strong computer skills: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook

Familiarity with ERP systems

Work format:

This position is best suited to a traditional on-site work schedule.

Travel requirements:

Occasional travel to meetings or events within 150-mile radius of office

Occasional travel to various job site locations as needed for photography or milestone events

Physical requirements:

Ability to access and navigate all areas of the construction site

Ability to lift up to 90 lbs. at times

Valid Drivers License

This job description covers the principal duties/responsibilities of the role. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

For this role Bobbitt offers an attractive total compensation package including excellent benefits:

Competitive salary and bonus opportunity

Provided laptop computer and cell phone allowance

Car Allowance

Flexible paid time off and holidays

Wellness program and mental health resources

Health PPO Dental Vision and Life Insurance

Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) planBobbitt is 100% Employee Owned

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years we have a strong reputation for quality commitment and integrity.

Bobbitt is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to provide fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling or sending an email to. Bobbitt provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process as required by law.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We participate in E-Verify. Information from all employees Form I-9 is used to confirm work authorization.

Required Experience:

IC