Assistant Project Manager, Special Projects, NA

Vantage Data Centers • Santa Clara, CA

30d • $105,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role will be based in Santa Clara California, following our flexible work policy (3 days in-office and 2 days flexible). Vantage is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to assist the Special Projects team and Project Managers to drive success on new and ongoing construction projects. The position covers all aspects of a construction project. Areas of expertise that require minimal oversight and autonomy in the following areas: RFP development and overall project budgeting, Pre-bid oversight and coordination assistance, Assist managing all design phases and documents, Assist managing, coordinating and supervising design-build contractors and vendors, Assist and/or coordinate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts, Assist with oversight of physical construction activities, Participation in commissioning, Assist, manage and own project close outs: Punch list, as-builds, warranties, OEM, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a similar field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience as a Project Engineer in Construction Project Management assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity is required.
• Data Center, Owner’s Representative and/or General Contractor experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools like MS Project, P6, Procore and Bluebeam.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Data Center, Owner’s Representative and/or General Contractor experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Report to and assist Vantage Special Projects team and assigned manager.
• Gather vendor proposals, invoicing documents and ensure vendor deliverables are delivered in a timely manner.
• Manage individual tasks throughout the construction process including submittits, RFI process, drawings and safety reporting.
• Coordinate VDC led meetings, manage meeting minutes and drive actions to closure.
• Oversee OFCI equipment release, delivery, deficiencies, startup and commissioning.
• Ensure project compliance, track construction progress via daily logs, site inspections and QA/QC.
• Manage project close-out and documentation.
• Manage small to medium sized projects with Special Projects Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager oversight.
• Occasionally, based on Assistant Project Manager’s experience, readiness and learning development; individual may be included in larger more technical projects to assist Special Projects Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager.
• Assist and or manage multiple projects concurrently and projects in various locations.
• Coordinate internal alignment on project document reviews, budgeting and financial exercises and purchase order management.
• Enforce project quality controls and safety programs through an in-depth understanding of the partner contracts and design docs.
• Manage and provide weekly HRA inspections to adhere to VDC safety metrics.
• Perform tasks accurately and execute with minimal supervision.
• Assist Vantage PM(s) in preparing monthly financial updates and forecasts.
• Manage contractor billing to ensure accuracy of scope included in each billing and timely review of all pay applications.
• Manage change orders and review process independently. Provide timely review of change orders with accuracy of scope and costs.
• Input PO requests in the financial system, track and manage distribution process to all Vantage vendors.
• Facilitate design page-turns, document reviews, meeting minutes, capture deliverables and action items for internal stakeholders and direct contractor design partners.
• Manage Vantage vendor partners to ensure completion of their scope and overall project completion (i.e., Signage, furniture, AV, etc.)
• As required, manage design team/contractors throughout each project.
• Work closely with VDC Ops to coordinate ongoing site activities, develop and track MOPs and provide customer support as necessary.
• Manage, organize and maintain internal file storage.
• Own internal and external project closeout requirements.
• Assist and track as-builds, permits, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure permits and documents are current.
• Time to time, additional duties may be assigned by management.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and AD&D
• short and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• participation in a 401k program that includes company match
• many other additional voluntary benefits
• comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations
• recognition, training and development

What This Job Offers

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