Assistant Project Manager

the Client•Chesterfield, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an immediate need for Assistant Project Managers to support a program of transmission line, substation, and communications construction projects across Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia/Maryland. This Program has been in progress for 11 years and has a runway of another 5 years. The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting Senior Project Managers with cost management of individual projects, the successful completion of the projects within the specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, and any other project stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited curriculum required
Must desire to gain detailed knowledge in substations, networks/telecommunications, or transmission lines
Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contacts on project-related matters
Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Valid driver's license required

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus but not mandatory
2–5 years in a construction project management role is preferred
Experience with high voltage transmission line or substation construction project management, including management of cost and schedule, is also preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Vet the initial scope received and develop a project work plan with Engineering & Client Stakeholders
Develop outage requests and sequenced work plans with SMEs & Client contractor partners
Work with Engineering to facilitate major and minor material equipment procurement
Coordinate environmental and non-environmental permitting review and submittal
Develop RFP packages for construction bid events, including written scopes of work, baseline schedules, and permitting packages; evaluate contractor bids and recommend award to Client
Facilitate Pre-Construction and regular progress meetings
Drive schedule and project progress during construction, oftentimes on-site
Complete pre-energization & closeout activities during project completion
Develop rapport with construction team through on-site meetings and regular meetings/phone calls
Meet regularly with Scheduler to update & maintain detailed P6 project schedules
Maintain and be accountable for project budget and financial forecast updates
Update financial forecasts and track accruals monthly
Navigate client computer programs for financial updates, contract management, and project documentation
Report regularly to the Lead Project Manager and Client on construction progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring home office support
Maintain clear lines of communication and relationships between project site, project office and clients