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The Opportunity

DiStefano Brothers Construction is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to help continue our team’s success as a leader in the local design-build industry. 

Our mission is to seamlessly merge the architecture, design, and construction processes while cultivating a client-focused approach. Our core values can be felt in every interaction and every service provided. As we grow, we strive to maintain, and even surpass, our high standards. We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to become an integral part of the team responsible for assisting the Project Development department with preconstruction, construction management and administration tasks for various project types. 

Key Responsibilities

• Budgeting, organization, implementation, and scheduling of projects 
• Collaborating with internal and external Design Professionals to deliver projects that meet or exceed client expectations
• Directing & Overseeing construction projects from concept to completion
• Create detailed plans for each project to outline execution strategy including objectives, schedule, and cost
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to identify and allocate the necessary resources for each project
• Reviewing the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs 
• Ensuring plan compliance with building and safety regulations 
• Meeting contractual conditions of performance 
• Reviewing the work progress on daily basis 
• Preparing internal and external reports pertaining to job status 
• Planning ahead to prevent problems and resolving any emerging issues
• Negotiating terms of agreements, drafting contracts and obtaining permits and licenses
• Analyzing, managing and mitigating risks 
• Ensuring quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques

• Assisting the Project Development team to solicit bids using company software & processes
• Contacting potential bidders as required to verify bid status and contact information
• Organizing bids as they are received to ensure they are assigned to the correct project
• Compiling plans and specifications to organize for project documents
• Attending job set-up meeting

Project Administration

• Preparing project call list, change orders, subcontract change orders and other documents
• Working with the Project Development Team to prepare and distribute meeting minutes, RFI’s, requests for proposals and notices to Subcontractors and Owners
• Processing shop drawings, submittals, design clarifications, project supplements, reports, subcontractor and supplier billings to ensure they are delivered in a timely manner and to the correct party
• Assisting the Project Development team to collect all required project closeout information
• Performing general office work including, but not limited to, making copies, shipping UPS packages, and, if stationed at a project site, keeping office equipment stocked or notifying Office Manager when additional supplies are needed in a timely manner

Education & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management and/or related field a plus

• Requires the ability to guide, direct and coordinate the work of multiple activities at the same time
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement through data analysis
• Advanced skillset in time management & task prioritization
• Excellent organizational & communication skills
• Passion for managing teams and driving results
• Dynamic and client-oriented while keeping the company’s interests in mind
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and clean driving record are required
• 3-5 years of experience in residential construction preferred 
• Experience with Google Suite and MS Office Suites required
• Experience with project management software a plus

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid holidays
• Full Time/Year Round Work
• Professional development

Because the safety of our staff, clients and stakeholders is our number one priority, we continue to follow all recommendations from the US CDC & OSHA as well as state and local guidance regarding COVID-19.

Please apply soon for interviewing opportunities!

Safety is our #1 Core Value. During these unprecedented times, we have renewed our commitment to ensuring the well-being of each member of our organization, with increased safety measures and strict adherence to continuously changing recommendations from health officials. If you're wondering what we're currently doing to keep staff and clients safe, we'd be happy to discuss it!

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*DiStefano Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, subject to the RI Workers Compensation Act and prohibits smoking in all enclosed facilities in the workplace.