Assistant Project Manager

About the role

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will be a part of a leadership team dedicated to directing the day-to-day management of the project. You will create a project plan that outlines the tasks, timelines, and resources required to achieve the project’s goals. The Project Manager will support the Project Executive with communication among project stakeholders, manage risk, and monitor progress against the schedule. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for and dedication to getting the job done.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, supervising and coordinating all aspects of a wide range of construction projects to ensure that deadlines and budgets are met.
• Assist with negotiation and management of contracts with vendors and subcontractors.
• Assist the Project Manager with determining needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to schedule and budget details.
• Organize, file and maintain project documents.
• Ensure the company’s health and safety culture, policies and requirements are met.
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with customer and co-workers.

Requirements

Works directly with the Project Manager to help implement project goals; 3‑5 years of construction management experience; understanding of construction procedures, materials and project management principles; outstanding communication, negotiation, organizational and time‑management skills; proficient with computers and corresponding programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint; team player with leadership abilities; high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred; alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence (self‑motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes). The role is active and hands‑on, requiring frequent lifting and carrying of materials up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds), navigating uneven terrain, stairs, l