Construction Management Associate

About the Role

The Construction Management Associate assists the Construction Manager in all aspects of construction-related projects, including General Contracting projects, large-scale Contracting Patch and Repair Projects, TremCares, and more. This role ensures projects are executed safely, contractual obligations are met, and works closely with the Construction Manager, Project Superintendent, or WTI Technician.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and validate proposals and specifications across all project phases:
  • Conceptual Phase (specification development, milestone dates)
  • Program Planning Phase
  • Design Phase
  • Conduct Pre-Proposal Meetings
  • Proposal Phase
  • Construction Phase (Pre-Construction, Effective Close-out)
• Develop cost estimates and schedules.
• Use eBuilder for all project documentation per policy manual.
• Assist the Construction Manager in tracking project costs, budget variances, and profitability.
• Ensure Quality Assurance and subcontractor document submission.
• Establish timelines, manage key metrics, and report as required.
• Coordinate with Program Managers, Project Administrators, Project Estimators, Specification Writers, Sales Representatives, and RBM.
• Review submitted proposals and contractor interviews for specification and contractual compliance.
• Review line-item generated proposal documents.
• Direct Project Superintendents as needed.
• Specification Development Stage:
  • Work with the Construction Manager and Sales Representative to establish a scope of work.
  • Complete specification requests and related documents.
  • Review specifications as required by the Construction Manager.
• Pre-Proposal Stage:
  • Conduct Pre-Proposal Meetings and distribute documentation.
  • Assist in reviewing proposals.
  • Prepare Proposal Documents as directed.
• Pre-Construction Stage:
  • Publish the Project Schedule.
  • Assist in planning and coordinating Pre-Construction Meetings.
  • Engage with the Project Superintendent to provide project information.
  • Conduct Pre-Construction Meetings and distribute documentation.
  • Obtain Building Permits when required.
• Construction Stage:
  • Review Daily Inspection Forms and ensure distribution and upload into project files.
  • Visit job sites as necessary or directed by the Construction Manager.
  • Conduct weekly Progress Meetings (virtual or onsite) and distribute meeting minutes.
  • Maintain and update the Project Schedule weekly.
  • Perform site audits as appropriate.
  • Review subcontractor payment requests with the Construction Manager.
  • Assemble AIA billing applications for review and approval.
  • Assist the Construction Manager, Project Superintendent, Subcontractor, Owner, or Sales Representative as needed.
• Close Out Stage:
  • Assist in coordinating the final inspection.
  • Ensure all required documents are uploaded into project files.

Requirements

• Adaptable, willing to change with business necessity.
• Professional and lead by example.
• Diversity awareness and ability to adjust to multiple personalities.
• Planning and organizational skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities and demonstrate good task management.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to build relationships.
• Technical knowledge of all products and services that WTI offers.
• Understanding of Construction Management tasks.
• Superior written, oral, and digital communication skills.
• Ability to create performance reporting.
• 24-hour reply response to all inquiries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other required software.
• Ability to travel out of town, including overnight travel.
• Must have transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work weekends and/or holidays if needed.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Open to relocation after completion of the program.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $52,000 to $55,000, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Company Pension Plan
• Continuing education