Assistant Project Manager - Construction

About the role

This position is responsible for completing projects and verifying that they meet expectations with regards to quality, schedule, plans, specifications, and budget. You will also act as a liaison between the project owner and Ross Group.

Responsibilities

• Aid in arranging for jobsite utilities
• Obtain necessary permits and contract documents
• Ensure all subcontractors have appropriate permits
• Maintain and update office copies of plans and specifications
• Aid the superintendent in setting up a field office
• Review submittals and prepare submittal logs
• Ensure all equipment is properly scheduled
• Prepare proposed change logs
• Obtain quotations from subcontractors and write subcontract change orders
• Aid the project manager in preparing price changes
• Prepare quotations and purchase contracts for the owner
• Distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors
• Consult with relevant parties to answer subcontractor RFIs
• Monitor all back charges
• Review submittals and submit to architect/engineer for approval
• Ensure all subcontracts are signed and returned promptly
• Set up and maintain plan distribution log
• Aid in the preparation of as-builts
• In conjunction with other staff members, anticipate and take steps to correct any deficiencies
• Work alongside the superintendent to implement project safety and quality control
• Monitor project progress for adherence to plans, specifications, and as-builts
• Monitor any material received on site
• Prepare RFIs and maintain log
• Maintain notes on all conversations and correspondence
• Aid the project manager in calculating weekly labor costs
• Aid in the preparation of reports
• Aid in the preparation of all closeout documents
• Ensure closeout procedures follow specifications
• Confirm completion of final subcontractor change orders
• Provide required manuals and documentation to the owner
• Switch all utilities into the owner's name and assist in obtaining Certificate of Occupancy

Requirements

• Three to five years’ experience in construction management, with a Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Proven successful project history of maintaining quality, schedule, safety, and actual cost versus estimated cost, excelling at managing rapidly changing priorities to accomplish project goals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of employees, Ross Group management, and outside partners such as owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Flexible work hours, with an average of 50 hours per week or as needed

Qualifications

• Have a working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office, and the internet
• Be willing to increase job knowledge, exhibit the ability to learn and apply new skills

Benefits

• When an employee is deemed eligible, the use of the vehicle must be for the employer’s convenience; the use of the vehicle must be required as a condition of employment; vehicle must qualify as an acceptable vehicle defined by Company depending on the employee’s function within the organization.

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Exempt

Company Information

Reports To: Project Manager
Vice-President of Operations