Assistant Project Manager

Modular Power Solutions•Sherman, TX

About The Position

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at MPS. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY: The MPS Assistant Project Manager is responsible for providing overall administrative and construction support for our Program Management team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or other related discipline preferred
Minimum 1 year experience in a construction-related role
Can be a c ombination of education, training and relevant experience.
Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment, and methods required
Strong organizational, record-keeping, and follow-up skills
Demonstrated excellence in organization and time management skills
Ability to identify and meet customers’ expectations and requirements
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of project documentation including submittals, RFIs, and project meeting minutes.
Supervise and direct overall project activities as assigned by the Head of Programs including but not limited to planning and coordinating, circumventing/resolving problem areas, ensuring all company/project policies, procedures and standards are maintained and consistent.
Maintaining change order, submittal, and document (drawing) control logs; prepare required logs and other project documentation for construction meetings.
Creating contract submittals that are accurate and timely for submission review.
Creating and issuing the Subcontractors’ contracts.
Creating and timely delivering Owner and Maintenance Manuals.
Monitoring the project quality control plan to ensure it is being followed and documented issues are being identified for corrective action.
Coordinates with Subcontractors to make certain that we have obtained the correct documentation and drawing for the Owner and Maintenance Manuals.
Ensure the Warranty Log is up to date.
Represent company/project in meetings with client, subcontractors, etc.
Cooperate with and technically assist field personnel assigned to area of responsibility.
Monitor other contractors’ activities and progress.
Creating the Job Information Sheets and establishing Job Files.
Assume total project supervision responsibilities in Program Manager's absence.
Prepares price change orders and project reports and documentation.
Works with payroll to ensure accurate payroll information.