Assistant Project Manager

Dean Builds•Lexington, KY

21h

About The Position

Dean Builds is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support commercial and industrial construction projects. The role provides day-to-day support to project managers, site managers, accounting, and operations, and assists with project documentation, bid processes, submittals, safety documentation, financial tracking, and jobsite coordination. The position involves working in changing weather and site conditions and performing a range of physical tasks, including occasional lifting up to 75 pounds and routine lifting of 50 pounds.

Requirements

At least 2 years of project management experience in commercial construction.
At least 2 years of relevant construction experience.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Document control capability.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship; the position does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Ability to function in uncontrolled environmental conditions and changing weather and site conditions.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds and routinely lift 50 pounds.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, push, pull, see, read, and reach to perform everyday job tasks.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a college or university; a degree in Construction Management is preferred.
Working knowledge of Procore, Microsoft Project, and Building Connected.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day support to project managers, site managers, accounting, and operations on assigned construction projects.
Assist in establishing bid lists, issuing invitations, contacting subcontractors, and reviewing subcontractor qualifications.
Control and maintain project drawings.
Maintain Building Connected data accurately and on time.
Generate, process, and track project documentation, including owner contracts, proposals, letters of intent, subcontracts, purchase orders, requests for information, and change orders.
Obtain, distribute, and process submittals and shop drawings.
Remain aware of project addenda.
Assist with verification of subcontractors’ project safety programs.
Assist with documentation of Dean Builds’ Safety Program.
Organize and maintain project filing systems, including electronic and paper records, close-out documents, warranties, and operations and maintenance correspondence.
Assist project managers with compiling and leveling subcontractor bids.
Verify that required insurance documentation is in place and valid.
Use accounting software to set up project budgets, input cost codes, and review project financials.
Assist site managers with jobsite setup, weekly jobsite meetings, and Procore-related items.