Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Mortenson•Omaha, NE

2d•$102,000 - $137,700

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for data center construction. The role partners with a Project Manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance and leads, coaches, and mentors project team members. Responsibilities include cost control and financial management, collaboration with Preconstruction on estimates and schedules, coordination of work scopes, contract and subcontract administration, and oversight of subcontractors and suppliers. The position also provides direction to project team members to support safe and timely completion, contributes to quality planning, and may perform on-site Project Manager duties for small-scope projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
At least five years of related experience.
Current driver’s license.
Demonstrated ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects.
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, project applications, and pertinent web applications.
Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Active listening and effective communication skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
Ability to travel up to 100%.
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Perform cost control and financial management.
Work with Preconstruction on project estimates and schedules.
Coordinate scopes of work.
Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation.
Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive to draft client proposals, administer and manage contracts, and award subcontracts.
Provide direction to the project team to support safe and timely project completion.
Act as a liaison for project engineers and mentor and coach team members.
Provide job assignments and manage career development.
Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineers and Project Engineers.
Manage project subcontractors and suppliers.
Supervise subcontractor and trade-partner budgets and make recommendations.
Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners.
Facilitate and lead coordination meetings between subcontractors.
Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small-scope projects when assigned.
Implement a quality plan that ensures customer-specified performance criteria in design and construction.
Build effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
Lead team members by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
Dental plan.
401(k) retirement plan with a Mortenson match.
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
No-cost mental health tool and concierge with work-life resources.
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance.
Gym membership discount program.
Eligibility for Mortenson’s incentive plan, if applicable.