Assistant Construction Project Manager

Turner & Townsend • Seattle, WA

17h • $100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with knowledge of design, construction, and operations; an understanding of owner representation and requirements; and knowledge of scheduling, cost control, and project control techniques. The role supports the assigned Project Manager(s) or Project Director and involves frequent interaction with the Owner/Client, consultants, design professionals, and contractors. The Assistant Project Manager assists with managing, coordinating, and administering projects throughout all phases of design and construction, helps deliver high-quality client services, prepares and maintains project documentation, and coordinates project-team meetings.

Requirements

• Three to five years of experience in construction.
• Bachelor’s degree or related construction experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with financial management for project tracking and forecasting.
• Understanding of contract documents, specifications, project plans, and other project-related documents.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Ability to multitask and identify priority activities.
• Computer skills, including MS Office, MS Project, Bluebeam/Adobe, and OneNote.
• Basic knowledge of construction estimation.
• Basic knowledge of the financial components of payment applications, change orders, and other construction financial documents.

Responsibilities

• Support and report to assigned Project Manager(s) or Project Director, interacting frequently with the Owner/Client, consultants, design professionals, and contractors.
• Assist Project Manager(s) in managing, coordinating, and administering projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Help ensure all aspects of client services are delivered at the highest level and address client needs.
• Prepare project documents, including reports, schedules, invoices, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes and agendas, daily reports, change orders, inspection records, closeout materials, and client presentations.
• Assist in maintaining project information in project management software.
• Coordinate project-team meetings as directed by the Project Manager(s).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level