Assistant Construction Project Manager

About the role

MCFA is a professional services firm in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry serving public and private sector clients in the Mid-Atlantic region. Our services include Strategy, Planning, Program Management & Construction Management. Our goal is to help every employee design a fulfilling career through aligning their individual passions/skills with the vision of the organization. Our mission is "Inspiring People and Places through Project Leadership and Project Development". MCFA Core Values (LEADS): Love, Entrepreneurial spirit, Accountability, Delight, Stretch.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in project planning and scheduling to align timelines and resources
• Maintaining project progress through regular site inspections and status updates
• Coordinating with subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services
• Managing documentation such as contracts, change orders, and progress reports
• Supporting budget tracking and cost control to avoid overruns
• Ensuring adherence to safety protocols, regulatory standards, and pharmaceutical-specific requirements (e.g., GMP compliance for clean rooms)
• Facilitating communication between project teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Contributing to risk assessment and mitigation strategies to keep projects on track

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Experience: 3-5 Years experience in the Pharma Construction industry, 1-2 Years experience with Clean Room Construction
• Software: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD
• Communications: Excellent technical writing and verbal communications skills, Strong record keeping skills, Good sense of coordination and follow through

Qualifications

• Experience with technical projects, collaborative contracting teams, and experience as a project engineer, field superintendent or project manager is a plus
• Proactive problem-solving abilities to anticipate and resolve issues
• Adaptability to thrive in dynamic environments
• Keen attention to detail for ensuring quality and compliance
• Excellent time management to meet deadlines
• Collaborative mindset to foster teamwork and communication

Skills

• Strong leadership to guide teams and stakeholders
• Exceptional organizational skills to handle multiple priorities
• Proactive problem-solving abilities to anticipate and resolve issues
• Adaptability to thrive in dynamic environments
• Keen attention to detail for ensuring quality and compliance
• Excellent time management to meet deadlines
• Collaborative mindset to foster teamwork and communication

Benefits

• Annual Paid Time Off: Sick Leave - 5 Days (40 Hours), Vacation - 15 Days (120 Hours), Holidays - 11 Federal Holidays (88 Hours)
• “mcfa way” Bonus Program: Profit-share bonus following first full quarter worked
• Incoming Growth Units: 10Growth Unit allotment may increase over time
• Healthcare & Insurance: Family medical, dental and vision coverage; plan access begins on the first day of employment. MCFA contributes up to 75% shared cost, not to exceed $700 per month. Company paid life insurance plan (up to $100,000 per employee). Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement: Eligible to participate in Company retirement plan (401k) on first day of employment with MCFA

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is Full-Time/On-Site.