Assistant Project Manager

Keller North America, Inc.•Tredyffrin Township, PA

5d•$80,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Keller is the world leader in geotechnical construction and deep foundations. With a North American presence of over 100 years, we operate as the market leader with over 50 offices throughout the US and Canada. By connecting global resources and local experience, Keller develops innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions to geotechnical challenges. Our values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence enable us to lead the industry in providing the optimal solution for our clients. We are seeking a results-driven Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this position, you will be responsible for contract administration duties, including target and job initiation, purchase orders, change orders, general contract administration, material accrual, bid file assembly including plan retrieval and printing; accounting administration duties including bonds, insurance, lien waivers, weekly revenue summary, and filing. You will be working directly with the Branch Manager, Project Managers, Engineers and Superintendents to develop and provide the business leaders meaningful financial tools they need to make real time decisions regarding their projects.

Requirements

Several years of experience in project management / accounting and relevant hands-on experience within the construction industry.
Must be an independent thinker, well organized, self-motivated, reliable, detail oriented, and possess excellent interpersonal & customer relations skills.
Excellent computer skills and written & verbal communication skills necessary.
Demonstrated track record of success within the construction industry
Demonstrated experience communicating and working effectively with Engineers, Superintendents and other key business partners
Demonstrated experience in developing solutions to problems
Familiarity with accounting principles
Ability to meet hectic and changing schedules and deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically, Excel & Word)

Nice To Haves

A.S. or B.S. with concentrated focus including business, accounting, finance, legal studies and/or construction management preferred.

Responsibilities

Search for potential projects
Review documents with project manager and track opportunities
Download documents (plans, specs, geotechnical report and addenda) from plan rooms
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Assist with pre-bid qualifications and bidders list
Complete initial project take-off
Monitor and track project' progress and notify the project manager of any changes
Other duties as assigned by the Branch Manager