Assistant Construction Project Manager

About the Role

This position supports the VP of Construction and project managers by assembling estimates for commercial and/or multifamily projects. The Assistant Project Manager collaborates with the construction team and both internal and external clients to fulfill project goals.

Responsibilities

• Create proposals for both simple and complex Request for Proposal offerings.
• Receive and evaluate quotes for applicable scopes and alignment with bid documents.
• Qualify vendor proposals to ascertain scope duplication and/or omissions/exclusions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and vendors, and assist in maintaining contact records.
• Scan and file all Subcontracts, Quotes, & Project Documents within 24 hours of receiving.
• Maintain a record of historical costs for use in developing preliminary cost estimates for projects.
• Prepare detailed cost comparisons and analysis of Subcontractor proposals for current and future projects.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and assign market-relevant cost factors to articulate preliminary/final construction cost estimates.
• Collaborate with the construction team to negotiate and award projects to vendors, demonstrating creativity, conflict resolution, and negotiating abilities.
• Draft and negotiate written Scopes of Work for Subcontractors and Material Suppliers to establish clear expectations.
• Verify that Subcontracts and P.O.’s are written and entered for every project in progress.
• Assist in standardizing Policies, Procedures, and ensuring Department Consistency.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks such as printing plans, mailing samples/plans, delivering documents, and general office upkeep.
• Work efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

Requirements

• Experience and knowledge to estimate all types of projects.
• Knowledge of building codes applicable to the scope of work.
• Strong technical expertise in all aspects of building construction, including general trades, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical trades, with an emphasis on energy efficiency and lean construction techniques.
• Exceptional knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient use of computer and estimating software.
• Conceptual estimating: ability to establish budgets for projects from early schematics.
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and electronic) with clients, company staff, subcontracted vendors, and design professionals.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Flexibility, positive attitude, and tolerance for change.
• Desire to complete projects with conscious care, commitment, and concentration.
• Strong stress management abilities.
• Active community involvement.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience with multi-family and/or commercial projects.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Company Values

• Do the Right Thing: Act Ethically. We are responsible for our words, our actions, and our results.
• Build Relationships for Life: At Work, At Home, In the Community.
• Solve It: Deliver results through innovation, creative thinking, and problem solving.
• Have Fun: Perform at Your Best. Celebrate Successes.