Assistant Project Manager III

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Baton Rouge, LA

20d

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager III (APM III) supports the Project Manager with assigned project tasks, follows up on deliverables, and reviews work with the PM. The role coordinates engineering, estimating, project controls, client presentations, procurement, and construction activities during project development and execution. Assignments may involve multiple projects at once. When not focused on project-specific work, the APM III may support project or proposal efforts or rotate through operational support groups. The APM III may act as PM when the PM is unavailable, if deemed qualified by the PM or Operations Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or an equivalent field; equivalent work experience or a combination of work and education may be substituted.
At least 4 years of construction project experience, including aspects such as construction planning and management, engineering, estimating, bidding, preparing and administering purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, cost control, and document control.
Self-starter.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem evaluation and solving skills.
Understanding of the project design process.
Understanding of the integrated EPC process.
Understanding of construction means and methods.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with other team members.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with estimating, scheduling, and project management software and processes.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, or as project needs require.

Nice To Haves

Prior EPC/design-build experience.
Prior experience in the Power Delivery industry, including substation, transmission, and distribution.

Responsibilities

Coordinate engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction activities during project development and execution.
Assist the PM in developing the initial project schedule with engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction management personnel.
Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
Work with procurement to develop subcontractor and vendor scopes of work and contract schedule exhibits for PM review.
Coordinate with Safety personnel on safety matters, including project-specific safety plans, incident reporting, and incident investigations.
Assist the PM with the project schedule and prepare monthly project review reports for the project management team and Senior Management.
Conduct monthly financial reviews and closeouts in support of the project.
Assist with RFI submissions using QISG’s document management system.
Provide feedback to improve the quality of technical, commercial, and administrative project deliverables.
Assist with procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packages.
Monitor overall design, procurement, and construction progress.
Facilitate project close-out and warranty administration.
Perform post-construction cost reviews and reporting, and participate in lessons learned.
Perform other duties assigned by the PM, including acting as PM when the PM is unavailable if qualified by the PM or Operations Director.
Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% preventive care.
24/7 telehealth (Teladoc).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options.
401(k) retirement plan.
No-cost short- and long-term disability coverage.
Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
Paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Education reimbursement and professional development.
Employee discount program.
Optional identity theft protection, accident insurance, voluntary life insurance for spouse and child, critical illness coverage, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance.