Assistant Project Manager- Millwork

Glenn Rieder, LLC•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Assistant Project Managers provide management support for assigned projects from final contract through job completion. They support budgeting, project management, execution, and documentation, working routinely with project managers and department managers and providing updates and ongoing analysis to executive management. The role operates in a professional office environment and may require travel to meet project needs.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in problem solving and analysis.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, organize, and implement alternate solutions to challenges.
Strong sense of urgency.
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Internet savvy and competent with Microsoft Office applications, with strong MS Excel proficiency.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to travel to meet project needs.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of project management experience in the construction field.
Previous experience in the millwork industry.

Responsibilities

Update the project plan and present solutions to issues.
Work with the project manager to manage projects in line with the needs of all parties and deliver expected project financials.
Facilitate and coordinate design and drawing reviews with customers, subcontractors, and internal support departments.
Manage finished samples with general contractors, architects, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate updates to project timing.
Assist with project financials, managing internal and external resource costs to meet or exceed financial targets.
Coordinate change orders and required documentation.
Mitigate project risks upstream and downstream with customers and subcontractors.
Participate in jobsite meetings with customers and subcontractors as required.
Communicate with all team members about all aspects of the project.