(Construction) Assistant Project Manager - Houston, TX.

MEI Rigging & Crating•Houston, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Manager and Sales team to estimate, secure, and manage machinery moving and rigging projects from inception through completion. The role identifies client needs and goals, develops plans for successful project completion, and organizes project reports and documents. Projects may range from one-day jobs to six-month projects and may involve managing three to eight projects across bidding, planning, close-out, and other phases. The position coordinates with clients, contractors, designers, subcontractors, estimators, operations teams, and safety professionals. It monitors project scope, cost, schedule, and progress; supports contract compliance and change management; and maintains project documentation. The job includes office work and onsite work at client project sites, with frequent automobile travel. Work environments may include non-climate-controlled areas, inclement weather, high noise, and low lighting, and the role may involve physical activity and lifting materials up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalent.
Familiarity with field concepts, practices, procedures, and risks.
Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation, supervisory, and project management skills.
Experience with job costing, general construction accounting, and fiscal responsibility for projects.
Ability to use project scheduling platforms such as MS Project for large projects.
Self-directed and motivated, with the ability to work effectively both independently and on a team.
Knowledge of machine assembly, erection, layout, leveling, and alignments.
Ability to work alongside field technicians in assembling and erecting machine tools.
Problem-solving and time-management skills.
Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Ability to negotiate effectively with peers regarding priorities and design.
Ability to recognize and resolve conflict in its early stages.
Ability to regularly participate and contribute in department and team meetings.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; some experience with CAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, or similar tools.
Demonstrated knowledge of SharePoint.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
Ability to work at a computer and use standard office equipment.
Ability to perform physical activities using hands, arms, legs, and the whole body; may need to climb, crouch or stoop, balance, traverse uneven terrain, stand or walk on concrete for extended periods, and lift or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in non-climate-controlled areas and in inclement weather, high noise levels, or low-lit areas.
Honesty, integrity, professionalism, pride in work, open communication, and a commitment to strong performance.

Responsibilities

Review plans and technical documents, answer questions about project scope and timing, and monitor costs and progress.
Conduct pre-hand-off meetings with the estimator and operations team before projects begin, and post-hand-off meetings after completion to clarify scope and expectations and capture lessons learned.
Understand contract language and execute projects within contract scope.
Work alongside the Project Manager to plan, administer, and complete assigned projects, which may span multiple functional areas.
Manage assignments of varying length and complexity, including multiple project phases and potentially three to eight projects at a time.
Communicate with clients, contractors, designers, and subcontractors through an RF/Q/PI process regarding cost, scope, staffing, scheduling, and change orders.
Collaborate with teams to execute and revise project management plans through a structured change-order process as needs change.
Prepare project status reports and ensure plans adhere to contract specifications.
Work with the estimating team throughout project phases and coordinate with safety professionals on safety training and accident, injury, equipment, or property-damage investigations.
Work onsite and travel to client job sites while directing project activities.
Work with cross-functional team members to develop detailed schedules, including milestones, deliverables, and dependencies based on objectives, budget, scope, timeline, and risks.
Facilitate weekly meetings to report project progress, resolve issues, and communicate with team members, stakeholders, and executives.
Maintain project files in SharePoint for continuity and historical documentation.
Represent MEI professionally and adhere to its corporate mission, vision, and values.
Maintain awareness of safety for oneself and others at the job site, contribute to a high-functioning team environment, and deliver the quality of service expected by MEI customers.