Assistant Project Manager

Position Overview

A well-established construction firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support the planning execution and closeout of heavy civil construction projects. This role works closely with the Project Manager across all administrative and technical functions serving as a key point of contact for owners subcontractors and internal teams to keep projects on track on budget and in compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager across all administrative and technical aspects of assigned projects
• Manage project cost control activities including budget forecasting cost reporting and subcontract and purchase order negotiations
• Assist in the development and ongoing maintenance of the construction schedule coordinating with the project team and subcontractors to ensure milestones are met
• Champion the companys safety program by actively participating in safety training meetings and on-site compliance efforts
• Monitor workload and staffing levels providing the PM with proactive analysis and helping resolve manpower challenges as they arise
• Serve as a secondary owner contact maintaining consistent communication on schedules technical issues RFIs change orders and submittals
• Track and manage subcontracts professional service agreements purchase orders and insurance documentation
• Assist in preparing and delivering monthly cost reports to management including forecasting of labor material equipment and subcontractor exposure
• Support the development submission and tracking of the project QA/QC program
• Provide supervision and training to project engineers and co-op students in coordination with the PM

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Construction Management or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 5 years of experience on heavy civil construction projects ranging from $5M to $50M with demonstrated experience in an Assistant Project Manager capacity across multiple projects
• Thorough understanding of the full construction lifecycle including estimating plans and specifications
• Strong ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with owners unions subcontractors and internal team members
• Extensive experience with project management cost control and document control software platforms
• Valid drivers license and ability to operate a site vehicle

Equal Opportunity Statement

This employer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.