Assistant Project Manager

The Role

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) owns and facilitates tasks as outlined by the Project Manager (PM) or Sr. Project Manager (Sr. PM) within the projects assigned. The APM I is working to gain proficiency in the construction process and familiarity with working on commercial construction sites.

Roles & Responsibilities - General

• Covers all essential duties and responsibilities in accordance with Hermanson Company standards and procedures.
• Supports the field, client, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Maintains relationships with project foremen, superintendents, customers, engineers, general contractors, and subcontractors.
• Assists with one to multiple projects. May manage small projects.
• Works with manager to create a personal development plan.
• Develops a working knowledge of the local construction marketplace.
• Develops technical knowledge on mechanical & plumbing systems, building codes & standards, and Hermanson Construction standards.

Roles & Responsibilities - Pre-Construction / Construction

• Coordinates project coordination duties as necessary, including:
• Maintaining current plan set on ACC Build or in Project Folder.
• Creating base procurement and submittal logs from equipment matrices and Specifications.
• Gathering and packaging submittals.
• Issuing submittals and logging.
• Saving and logging RFIs.
• Processing purchase orders.
• Tracking and updating procurement log.
• Issuing submittal, RFI, and procurement logs.
• Coordinating journal adjustments with Project Accountant.
• Setup and track per diem/subsistence payments.
• Collecting and building Closeout Document Package.
• Engages with Site Safety to understand safety audit results and develop an awareness of safety on the jobsite.
• Gains exposure to the BIM and detailing process.
• Understands construction schedules and how they were developed.
• Writes subcontracts.
• Tracks and collects startup, installation verification, and pre-commissioning forms as required per project.
• Creates Requests for Information (RFIs) as necessary, including relevant sketches. Marks up RFIs on contract documents, including plans and submittals.
• Develops submittal packages and checks for accuracy compared to drawings and building standards.
• Drafts equipment POs and checks for accuracy compared to drawings, submittals, quotes, and building standards.
• Updates project budgets through budget revisions and updates change order logs.
• Gains exposure to the basics of estimating:
• Quantity/Material takeoffs of engineered drawings.
• Conceptual estimating from architectural drawings or no drawings at all.
• Calculating and drafting change orders as required.
• Gains exposure in how to complete and present monthly financial reports (ECAC/stats).
• Walks assigned projects regularly.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000. (The compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience).

Benefits

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision coverage with zero to low weekly premiums
• 401(k) with discretionary company match
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick time, and paid holidays)
• Disability income protection
• Life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Optional added protection with critical illness and accident plans
• Career growth & development opportunities
• In-house training programs
• Certificate & tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Role

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) owns and facilitates tasks as outlined by the Project Manager (PM) or Sr. Project Manager (Sr. PM) within the projects assigned. The APM I is working to gain proficiency in the construction process and familiarity with working on commercial construction sites.