Construction Assistant Project Manager

Marand Builders Inc•Jacksonville Beach, FL

About The Position

Marand Builders, Inc. is seeking a General Contractor Assistant Project Manager to support the successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion. The role shares project management responsibilities and may independently manage projects in some cases, with a Project Manager available to assist with major issues or complications. The Assistant Project Manager supports budgeting, contracts, invoices, schedules, documentation, subcontractor coordination, cost reporting, project meetings, mobilization, close-out, and warranty work. Travel to job sites is required and may be up to 25%. The position typically works in an office environment, using a computer, telephone, and other office equipment. The work environment is generally clean and healthy, with typical office noise and frequent interruptions. The role requires sitting, walking, standing, repetitive hand motion, handling or feeling, reaching, bending, lifting up to 20 pounds, and the ability to climb stairs for emergencies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
At least two years of commercial construction experience.
Experience overseeing ground-up projects in healthcare, financial, and light-industrial sectors.
Ability to manage more than two projects at a time in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact comfortably with project owners and tradespeople.
Ability to manage multiple teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Proficiency with technology, project reporting software, and Microsoft Office.
Blueprint-reading skills.
Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
Basic understanding of the construction process, including materials, equipment, and techniques.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites; travel may be up to 25%.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, use repetitive hand motions, handle or feel, reach, bend, lift up to 20 pounds, and climb stairs.

Nice To Haves

Scheduling software skills.

Responsibilities

Share responsibility for managing project budgets, writing contracts, approving invoices, and updating project schedules.
Coordinate subcontractors and help resolve issues or conflicts during construction.
Organize, process, and distribute project documents.
Assist in developing and updating project schedules, including short-interval schedules for weekly coordination meetings.
Expedite documents and deliveries of materials and equipment to meet the project schedule.
Assist in maintaining cost-control data and preparing project cost reports.
Maintain long-term working relationships with customers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and employees.
Perform duties in support of the Project Manager.
Assist with project mobilization, including obtaining permits and setting up trailers.
Assist the Project Manager with developing and maintaining schedules of values and estimate listings.
Assist with implementing and tracking LEED requirements.
Administer document control for shop drawings, submittals, subcontracts and purchase orders, insurance certificates and bonds, RFIs, plans and specifications, warranties, as-builts and manuals, notices to owner and lien releases, construction bulletins, owner change-order requests, and back charges.
Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with contract documents.
Assist with subcontractor payment applications and vendor invoice processing.
Attend project-related meetings and assist with preparing and distributing minutes and attendee rosters.
Assist with punch-list completion.
Assist the project team with close-out procedures and activities.
Assist with implementing warranty work at the Project Manager’s direction.