What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Project Manager position at Fabcon?
Purpose/Scope
This position will be a developmental program for future Project Managers of which the necessary training and experience to fill a Project Manager position through mentoring and practical experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist Project Management group with daily activities including, but not limited to, preparation for kickoff meetings, project cost meetings and field planning (meetings, planning sheets, checklists, maps)
- Manage a light project workload under close supervision of Manager of Project Management Services and other project managers as assigned
- Assist in the coordination of field repairs with internal departments and customer as required
- Review revised drawings, NOC’s for scope changes in preparation for change orders
- Visit project sites prior to erection to review status, concerns and communicate Fabcon Field process to the customer
- Attend project site meetings as necessary
- Shadow project managers in review and negotiation of contracts
- Attend scheduling meetings and maintain project timelines as required
- Assist in review of specifications and coordination of submittal requirements
- Assist in coordination of the drawing process with customers (OFA, FE and DMLO approvals)
- Assist in obtaining quotes from subcontractors and the development of the subcontractor base
- Assist in coordination of closing out projects both in collections, punch-lists and documents required by contracts
- Assist in handling 10 and out plan, tracking activities on projects to completion
- Following up on materials needed for completion and subcontractors as required
- Review OFA drawings for compliance with scope outlined in kickoff
- Assist in preparation of EAC’s for timely loading of bids
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Other Required Qualifications
- Strong leadership, organizational and decision-making skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Customer Service focus with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good computer skills; Word, Excel and Outlook
- An understanding of construction with the ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction industry
Physical Requirements
- Office: Move 25lbs (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time
- Travel: Some travel by car and/or airplane may be required
Work Environment
Office: Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting