Design & Construction Assistant Project Manager
About The Position
The Design & Construction Assistant Project Manager assists project management with projects, special assignments, and a variety of design and construction tasks. The role supports the development of project plans, schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and project reporting, and may lead cost estimating or scheduling work on occasion. The APM helps coordinate resources and team members to achieve project budgets and milestones while managing multiple projects and supporting timely, on-budget delivery. The position participates in design and construction progress meetings and supports bids, budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and pay applications. It coordinates with on-site property representatives, architects, engineers, and subcontractors on project matters and technical issues to mitigate risks. The APM maintains accurate documentation, reports to leadership, reviews change orders and RFIs, tracks project progress and performance, and serves as a liaison among project management, team members, and stakeholders. Occasional to frequent travel may be needed for project-related work. Other duties may be assigned by management.
Requirements
- Two or more years of experience required.
- Ability to read and write English.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Ability to read and comprehend construction plans and documents.
- Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.
- Ability to walk on construction sites with uneven terrain and obstacles.
- May be required to travel occasionally; project-related travel is expected to be occasional to frequent.
Nice To Haves
- BA degree in Construction Management preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
Responsibilities
- Assist project management with projects, special assignments, and design and construction tasks.
- Assist in developing project plans, schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and project reporting.
- Coordinate resources and team members to help achieve project budgets and milestones.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and help identify tasks, set priorities, and ensure deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
- Participate in design and construction progress meetings.
- Assist the project management team with bids, budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and pay applications.
- Coordinate with on-site property representatives, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to address project matters and technical issues and mitigate risks.
- Maintain accurate documentation and report appropriately to leadership.
- Review change orders, RFIs, and other project-specific documentation.
- Serve as a liaison between project management, other team members, and stakeholders.
- Track project progress and performance and assist with identifying areas for improvement.
- Travel as necessary for project-related needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
