Assistant Project Manager

The Christman Company•Lansing, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Christman Company is seeking Assistant Project Manager candidates for large-scale commercial construction projects in the Central Michigan region. The Assistant Project Manager helps the Project Manager and Project Superintendent manage and coordinate construction activities, keeping project details organized and anticipating team needs in a demanding, fast-paced environment. The role supports project documentation, billing, meetings, closeout, inspections, procurement, material tracking, quality monitoring, and punch-list completion. It also supports site safety initiatives, logistics, daily reporting, and progress documentation. As assigned, the Assistant Project Manager may serve as a peer coach to newly hired Project Engineers and/or Assistant Project Managers. Most work takes place outdoors at construction sites and in an office trailer. The role may involve exposure to loud construction equipment and varying weather and seasonal conditions. Protective equipment, including hardhats, safety glasses, and highly visible clothing, is required on site. The position has physical demands, including occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and similar activities; frequent lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Commercial construction experience in a leadership role with progressive leadership responsibilities. The posting states a minimum of “five (3) years.”
Ability to interact with and develop effective working relationships with a wide range of internal and external customers.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and plan, schedule, and organize tasks while meeting deadlines.
Ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, take responsibility for one's actions, and keep commitments.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to complete the job's physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Successful completion of pre-employment screening, including drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

Produce and organize project documents in accordance with Christman's risk management standards and ensure they are accessible to team members.
Prepare project documents for closeout, turnover, and archiving, and secure contractually required documents before project commencement.
Assist the Project Manager or above with aspects of the closeout process.
Help compile project billing in accordance with contractual requirements, including timely receipt of waivers.
Summarize discussions, questions, and decisions from project team, owner, and subcontractor meetings.
Assist the Project Superintendent in identifying incomplete work by comparing contract documents with work in place for each area and trade contractor.
Work with the client and architect to establish punch-list contents and use current technology to complete the punch-list process within 30 days after substantial completion.
Help identify required inspections, create project-specific inspection logs, build relationships with inspectors, schedule inspections, and ensure the project is ready for inspection.
Oversee procurement, material tracking, inspection, and on-site storage.
Update contract drawings to reflect approved changes and ensure trade contractors update their documents.
Monitor work quality and compliance with construction documents as assigned by the Project Superintendent.
Assist Superintendents with daily reports and manage progress and quality photos.
Post required safety information and signage, communicate site hazards, and confirm workers and visitors wear required personal protective equipment, including hardhats and safety glasses.
Model safety awareness and planning, observe safety practices, and report concerns to the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.
Support logistics for safety initiatives identified in the site-specific safety plan.
Serve as a peer coach to newly hired Project Engineers and/or Assistant Project Managers when assigned.