Assistant Project Manager - MEP (Traveling)

Work hard, have fun! At Cerris Systems, we believe in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Our group of construction companies prides itself on our almost 100-year history, our employee ownership structure, and our competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with us, we’ve got your growth in mind. We believe Cerris isn’t just a great place to start your career – it’s a great place to watch it advance for years to come.

Come build the extraordinary with us. Apply today!

Nature of Work

Support and assist the project manager in assuring timely project completion. Duties may include developing schedules, budgets, progress reviews, billings, bids, change orders, submittal lists and reports. Interface with subcontractors, owners, vendors, and company personnel to coordinate efficient completion of a project.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Create project management & superintendent documentation including schedules, material purchases, cost management, progress charts, labor allegation, etc.
• Coordinate/communicate with owners, vendors, crews, subcontracts, architects, and suppliers to facilitate timely project completion.
• Assist with labor forecasting and project billings.
• Conduct workplace inspections assessing quantity & specification/quality, percent completion by subcontractors, & safety compliance.
• Develop operations and maintenance manuals and as-builts as required.
• Conducts actions in a professional and unbiased manner.
• Complies with all company and site policies and best practice standards.
• Continuously develops proficiency and understanding in the role.
• Maintains a professional appearance and workspace.
• Participates in and complies with all company safety and quality programs and procedures.
• Promote the company safety culture and safety awareness throughout the company, projects, or office.
• Utilizes relevant company technology to support all assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record which, per Company’s vehicle policy, allows operation of a company vehicle.
• Exercise initiative or, as directed, perform additional duties to meet the needs of the organization.
  
  

In addition to the above responsibilities, this position will be responsible for the following:

• Provide mentorship/training to less experienced team members
• Negotiates procurement of minor scopes and draft subcontract and purchase order scopes for review by the Project Manager
• Manages and supervises the purchase and delivery of project materials, tools, and equipment
• Organizes, participates, and leads various project meetings
• Assist in the development of project budgets
  
  

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Assumes responsibility for day-to-day financial management of assigned scope of responsibility by understanding the budget process, accurately forecasting and limiting month-to-month fluctuations.
• Maintains fiscal records and follows procedures to ensure effective and efficient operations.
• Understands business plan and manages financial goals.
• Makes operational decisions in light of broader financial goals and constraints.
  
  

Influencing Others

• Inspires a sense of team in the work environment. Utilizes communication and conflict resolution skills to help foster teamwork and collaboration. Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude, maintaining composure under pressure.
• Helps communicate and explain goals. Encourages and motivates team performance and productivity in support of the supervisor’s direction and leadership.
• Reviews scheduling and work assignments to assist supervisor with effective resource management.
  
  

Qualifications

• Positive, self-motivated professional with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Solid communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to understand and implement best practice standards
• Ability to multitask while delivering quality through attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to change and stress in the work environment and manage competing demands while maintaining high performance levels
• Ability to be proactive and resourceful when issues arise
• Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to build relationships with team members and clients
• Ability to learn and use a variety of company-related software, tools and systems necessary to meet business needs
• Ability to quickly and effectively solve complex problems
• Ability to understand and implement best practice standards
• Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
• Ability to provide mentorship to less experienced team members
• Ability to manage budgets, maximize profitability and generate future work through building relationships
  
  

Education

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university or equivalent experience.
  
  

Experience

• 2 years of related work experience preferred
• Other technical experience such as military, public service, on the job training programs, etc. may meet this requirement as determined by local management
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• May require periods of overnight travel
• Normal office environment
• Periods of time walking on construction sites
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Frequent activity: sitting, viewing, and typing on computer screen
• Occasional activity: standing, walking, bending, reaching above shoulder, climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling
• At times will be required to use a ladder and work at tall heights (i.e. roof top, access ladders, scissor-lift, scaffolding)
• Safety-sensitive position that requires extreme focus and attention to safety hazards and safety protocols.
  
  

Cerris and its subsidiary companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer-EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA