Assistant Project Manager - Automation
About The Position
Interstates is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for its Automation group. The role supports project managers and jobsite leadership in coordinating projects and delivering quality work to clients. It includes managing project control systems, schedules, communications, procurement, and project analysis. The position offers training and development in a collaborative, safety-focused environment, with a stated opportunity to progress toward a Project Manager role in two to three years. The role may be based at Interstates' offices in Sioux Center, Iowa; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; or Omaha, Nebraska. Travel is anticipated up to 20% of the time.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or associate's degree in Construction Engineering, Business Administration, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.
- Ability to track and organize projects and prioritize work.
- Willingness to continuously adjust project systems to plan and deliver projects successfully.
- Strong team-building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Comfort speaking in front of clients, peers, and managers.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Manager and jobsite leadership with managerial and leadership functions on the project.
- Run project control systems for the benefit of the project team.
- Create and update CPM schedules and communicate schedule information.
- Manage Last Planner and whiteboard crew scheduling.
- Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and other site communications.
- Assess project controls information and assist jobsite leadership with problem solving and alternate methods to achieve project success.
- Provide estimating take-offs and other support for analysis and change orders.
- Attend onsite client meetings and collaborate with trade contractors.
- Prepare information for and participate in monthly project reviews.
- Assist with procurement and expediting of materials and subcontracts.
- Promote the Interstates safety culture daily.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, along with short- and long-term disability and group life insurance.
- Company discount perk program.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Flexible schedule.
- Bonus incentives, including end-of-fiscal-year incentives and merit increases.
- Company-sponsored holiday events, team celebrations, and community outreach volunteer time.
- Advancement opportunities tailored to employees' long-term goals.
- Career coaching.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
