Assistant Project Manager

Remedial Construction Services, L.P•, NM

12d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager partners closely with the Project Manager to direct daily operations for earthwork, cap closure, and environmental remediation construction projects. The role provides leadership and direct oversight of onsite crews, heavy equipment, and daily earthwork operations, including safety, to ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and safely. This position is onsite in Questa, New Mexico, and requires travel to project sites as needed.

Requirements

At least five years of experience directing earthwork construction projects and running crews or equipment related to soil treatment, soil stabilization, and/or environmental remediation.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline, or a combination of education and experience managing and directing earthwork or environmental remediation operations.
Progressively increasing financial responsibility and supervisory accountability, with a proven record of meeting project and company goals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to work effectively with little or no direct supervision in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Willingness to work onsite in a construction environment with exposure to dust, noise, and inclement weather.
Ability to travel to project sites as required to manage daily field operations, conduct site walks, and mitigate organizational risk.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Primavera (P6), cost-estimating software, and/or Groundworks.

Responsibilities

Connect RECON’s company goals and objectives with daily field operations, from initial project development through demobilization and closure.
Work closely with Safety and lead efforts to implement and maintain company behavioral health and safety programs.
Direct project execution in accordance with the contract scope, including proposal preparation, project startup, contract management, resource allocation, cost controls, materials buyout, subcontractor and cash-flow management, and change-order negotiations.
Manage project-control tools, accurately report daily progress, and compile information for project status reports communicating onsite work progress.
Use Risk Matrix and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) graphs to track and manage project risks.
Analyze construction project physical progress and financial data to produce timely, accurate forecasts supporting status reports, including completion dates and financial results.
Build effective client relationships that promote cooperation, prompt payment, and opportunities for additional business.
Coach and mentor project teams and maintain safety, quality-control, and productivity requirements throughout each project.
Prepare and submit invoices for completed work in accordance with the contract, monitor payment status, and pursue late or partial payments.
Estimate probable material, labor, equipment, and subcontract costs using contracts, bids, quotes, schematic drawings, and specifications.