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 specification, in the most efficient manner according to schedule and under budget.
Responsibilities
Planning and Scheduling: Make a thorough study of the project to be performed. Discuss your plans, schedules, details issues and any other items with your Management team. Assess your needs fully including personnel, equipment, materials, etc. and the time frame feasible for performance. Determine your best course of action and continue planning throughout the project for possible improvements.
Field Office Site Plan, Trailers, Permits and Fees, Establishing Utilities, Employee Parking, Temp. Roads, Lay Down Areas, Tool Cribs, Insurance & Bonds, Safety & First Aid.
Project Coordination: Attend all progress meetings with the Owner/Engineer and ensure that all required documents are submitted to the Owner in a timely manner. Conduct internal scheduling meetings with the Superintendents, Foremen and Subcontractors on a regular basis in order to properly coordinate work areas, labor, equipment, material and survey needs. Conduct Pre-Activity Meetings prior to significant items of work to discuss responsibilities, means & methods, MOT requirements, safety aspect, quality control requirements, etc.
Personnel Selection: Assist in selecting key members of your management team. Coordinate the projects staffing needs with the Human Resources Department. Ensure that company policies are enforced. Supervise the Project Engineer and other engineer staff. Hire outside Specialty Engineers for items of work that require highly technical analysis. Serve as a mentor to young engineers assigned to the project.
Contract Documents: Familiarize yourself with your contract, specifications, plans, addendums, revisions, special provisions, permits, utility relocation schedules, etc. Review and approve all invoices, subcontractor payments and timesheets prior to processing at the Main Office. Review and approve all budget changes and cost transfers. Provide a monthly Project Status Report to accompany the monthly cost report.
Subcontractor/Vendor Management: Negotiate subcontractors and vendors. Ensure that all subcontractors and vendors are paid in a timely manner in accordance with subcontract requirements and internal company procedures. Manage subcontractor and vendor claims, change orders and disputes.
Documentation: Ensure that all project team members submit required documentations (Daily reports, accident reports, T&M Sheets, etc.). Keep a detailed daily Diary of the project. Ensure that project photos and meeting minutes are being taken and filed accordingly. Notify the client if project records are inaccurate and/or incomplete.
Safety: Ensure that the project is in compliance with the company and OSHA safety regulations. Communicate and interface with the Company’s Safety Manager as required to ensure that the project is in compliance with the safety policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
- Minimum five years’ experience in the heavy construction industry
- Bridge, roadwork, and DOT experience
What's In It For You
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
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