Job Description for Assistant Project Manager

This position report directly to the president of Ascension Construction Solutions

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Perform all functions with honesty and integrity.

• Provide overall management for large, complex or multiple small and/or medium size projects from preconstruction through final acceptance. Oversee total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Includes interfacing with client representatives, A/E representatives, subcontractors, suppliers, etc. Project sectors include: Building Construction, Water/Wastewater Facilities, Transportation and Utilities.

• Coordinate, train and/or supervise activities of company personnel on assigned project(s).

• Prioritize and work on multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.

• Participate in developing new business opportunities.

• Assume additional responsibilities as directed.

• May have direct reports.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Project setup, schedule, cost control, quality control, project communications, project relationships, change management, project closeout and safety.

• Develop relationships with clients, potential clients, subcontractors and vendors.

• Proactively communicates project related issues directly with project team.

• Analyze and understand contract documents including plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.

• Perform constructability reviews and value engineer project documents.

• Ensure all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to. Interpret policies as required.

• On-Site project management of construction activities.

• On-site review of construction progress against project schedule.

• Coordinate with management and engineering staff to develop solutions to field problems.

• Facilitate project meetings as required.

• Maintain official project log and documentation files.

• Assist with implementation/interpretation of safety programs.

• Coordinate planning, scheduling, and engineering functions as required.

• Investigate potential claims or serious situations and implement corrective measures.

• Assist in administration of project processes including submittals, RFIs, pay applications, and change management.

• Compile inspection team’s field information and produce reports as assigned.

• Maintain as-built information.

• Coordinate field inspection teams and materials testing services as assigned.

• Provide inspection services.

• Conduct project close-out activities including punch list.

• Other duties as assigned PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS.

• Climb permanent and temporary stairs and ladders.

• Stand for long periods of time.

• Use of construction personnel hoist.

• Navigate active construction sites.

• Use of vision, hands and fingers.

• Speak, hear, stoop/bend crouch.

• Lift/carry a minimum of 30 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

• Exposed to heavy machinery.

• Loud noise.

• Tripping hazards.

• Environmental hazards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year engineering, construction management, or equivalent Project Management work experience may be substituted accompanied by high school diploma / GED.

• 5 or more years’ experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management required.

• Must be able to apply effective management techniques to maximize project performance.

• Thorough understanding of industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities is essential.

• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills.

• Must be a business professional.

• Must have previous experience managing construction contracts on multiple projects, scheduling and maintaining financial control of the project.

CAPABILITIES

• Ability to build relationships with and influence other functional areas.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.

• Organization and time management skills.

• Problem-solving skills with ability to perform root cause analysis.

• Ability to manage concurrent projects.

• Knowledge of the development project lifecycle (e.g., design, development, testing, implementation, etc.).

• Extensive experience in meeting planning, facilitation, and public speaking.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

• Proficient with Project Management Tools including MS Project, P6 and RS Means.

• Exposure to Contractor payment processing requests.

•Flexibility to meet travel requirements for site visits.

• ability to read shop drawings for practical application.

ADDITIONAL

• CCM and or PE is not required, but a plus (willingness to obtain).

This position is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Construction management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (Preferred)
• Certified Construction Manager (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person