Assistant Project Manager (Independence Excavating)

DiGeronimo Companies•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Independence Excavating is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to assist with day-to-day project administration and management. The role supports the Project Manager and Superintendent with purchase orders, subcontracts, requests for information, submittals, job costs, and projections, with the opportunity to grow into a Project Management role. The position involves coordinating construction activities, project documentation, scheduling, costs, subcontractors, suppliers, and owner communications across heavy civil construction and demolition projects. Travel of up to 30% is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of experience in an Assistant Project Manager and/or Project Engineer role.
Strong organizational skills to handle a variety of assigned tasks.
Ability to develop positive working relationships with owners, project engineers, and local government offices.
Demonstrated ability to manage people, budgets, schedules, and quality of work at multiple construction sites.
Competence in performing complete and accurate project take-offs and estimates.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience working in heavy highway construction is preferred.
Experience with construction management software; HCSS and Primavera/P6 Scheduling experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

Read, understand, and interpret drawings and specifications.
Prepare and analyze project schedules.
Review site safety, security, maintenance of traffic, and storm water pollution plans.
Ensure required permits are obtained.
Prepare detailed lists of subcontracts and purchase orders, including contacts for Superintendents, before jobs start.
Coordinate construction activities with local officials, including engineering, service departments, fire, police, and zoning offices.
Prepare, review, and return submittals for items to be manufactured or provided.
Assemble and regularly update project job cost codes.
Prepare detailed monthly payment requisitions for submission to owners.
Work with the Superintendent to determine equipment and crew needs.
Coordinate subcontractors and material deliveries for major items.
Hold progress meetings with owners and subcontractors.
Ensure Superintendents, subcontractors, and suppliers receive amended drawings and specifications and a working project contact list.
Prepare change order requests or extra-work proposals for the owner and review them with the project team before submission.
Develop positive working relationships with owners and project engineers.
Review and approve subcontractor and supplier estimates and invoices.
Help ensure the company maintains its profit margin on each job.
Visit projects regularly to stay informed about current issues and progress.
Perform other duties as assigned.