Construction Assistant Project Manager

Marand Builders Inc • Jacksonville Beach, FL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Contractor Assistant Project Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion. Marand Builders, Inc. was established in 1999 with the goal of understanding individual customer needs and providing customized solutions. We have built our reputation on reliability, attentiveness, and quality of execution, aiming to provide clients with the best construction experience. We serve the healthcare, financial services, commercial / administrative, and light-industrial industries, with a strong focus on repeat business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 2 years of commercial construction experience
• Proficient with technology
• Must have the ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Should have strong communication skills that allow him/her to interact comfortably with everyone from project owners to tradesmen.
• Must have a basic understanding of the construction process, including materials, equipment, and techniques.
• Travel is a requirement of this job. Travel can be up to 25%.
• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• At least two years of experience in the commercial construction industry, overseeing all aspects of ground-up projects in healthcare, financial, and light industrial sectors.
• The ability to manage more than 2 projects at one time and have an ambitious approach to balancing workload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Proficient in project reporting software, MS Office, and blueprint reading
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and results-oriented approach
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to various job sites

Nice To Haves

• Skills such as blueprint reading and the ability to use scheduling software will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project budget, write contracts, approve invoices, and update the project schedule.
• Coordinate among subcontractors and resolve issues or conflicts.
• Manage the project independently in some cases, with Project Manager assistance for major issues.
• Organize, process, and distribute pertinent project documents.
• Assist in the development and updating of the project schedule.
• Expedite documents and material and equipment deliveries.
• Assist in maintaining cost control data.
• Maintain long-term relationships with customers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and employees.
• Perform various duties in support of the Project Manager.
• Assist the Project team in mobilization, including procurement of permits and trailer set-up.
• Assist the PM in development of a schedule of values and estimate listing and maintenance.
• Assist in updating the overall construction schedule on a regular basis.
• Assist in developing short interval schedules for use at weekly coordination meetings.
• Assist in the implementation and tracking of LEED requirements.
• Administer document control for shop drawings, Submittals, Subcontracts/Purchase Orders, insurance certificates/Bonds, R.F.I.’s, Plans and specifications, Warranties/as-builts and manuals, Notices to owner/Lien Releases, Construction Bulletins, Change Order Requests from the owner, back charges.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to verify compliance with contract documents.
• Assist the Project Team in the preparation of Cost Reports.
• Assist in subcontractor applications for payment/vendor invoice processing.
• Attend project-related meetings and assist with the preparation and dissemination of minutes and attendee’s roster.
• Assist in the punch list completion process.
• Assist the project team in all close-out procedures and activities.
• Assist in the implementation of warranty work at the direction of the Project Manager.

What This Job Offers

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