Assistant Project Manager (Highway Construction)

About the role

MasTec Civil is hiring an Assistant Construction Project Manager to join our growing team in Orlando, FL on a highway construction project. The Assistant Project Manager oversees construction according to specifications, within budget, and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Planning and Scheduling: Study project details, discuss plans with management, assess needs, determine best course of action, and plan throughout project for improvements.

• Project Coordination: Attend progress meetings with Owner/Engineer, submit required documents, conduct internal scheduling meetings, and conduct Pre-Activity Meetings.

• Personnel Selection: Assist in selecting key management team members, coordinate staffing needs with HR, ensure company policies are enforced, and hire outside specialty engineers.

• Contract Documents: Familiarize with contract, specifications, plans, and other documents, review invoices, subcontractor payments, and timesheets, and review cost reports.

• Cost Control: Understand pay item estimate work sheets, evaluate cost effectiveness, document changes, and prepare and submit claims.

• Subcontractor/Vendor Management: Negotiate contracts, manage claims, and ensure timely payments and documentation.

• Documentation: Ensure project team members submit required documentation, maintain project diary, and file meeting minutes.

• Public Relations: Handle negotiations and maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

• Safety: Ensure project compliance with company and OSHA safety regulations, communicate with Safety Manager, and enforce safety policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum five years’ experience in heavy construction industry
• Bridge, roadwork, and DOT experience

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding of construction means and methods
• Strong team leadership and project management skills
• Experience leading multi-disciplined teams
• Ability to direct subcontractors
• Computer knowledge: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, P-3 scheduling
• Ability to maintain onsite project documentation
• Ability to schedule and coordinate all site work
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact with people on all levels
• Highly motivated, driven, and results-oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• Salary Range: $115,000 - $120,000
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice)
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Family & Lifestyle: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Planning for the Unexpected: Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan