What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager position at FINITETEK INC?
The Opportunity:
The individual in this role will, assist Field Managers, Project Managers, Sr. Project Managers in understanding the project scope in order to make the best Buy-Out decisions.
Uses basic negotiation skills with Owners and subcontractors; utilizes cost forecasting and understands Scopes of Work.
Has demonstrated ability to complete a standard project by themselves.
Can manage moderate client(s) expectations and client basic building scope.
Can successfully make deals with subs, buy-out, negotiate. Experience running an effective Client meeting.
Has been assigned and run a small/ medium job (s). This individual will have a significant role in managing a project's day-to-day operations and leading junior team members.
Essential Functions:
Manage the successful execution of a project:
*Lead the development and maintenance of project schedules, ensuring the tasks are -completed on time and within budget.
*Ensure that project deliverables meet client expectations and regulatory requirements, maintaining a high standard of quality.
*Assist in managing project costs, identifying potential cost overruns, and implementing corrective actions.
*Review and approve invoices, change orders, and payment requests from subcontractors and vendors.
*Directly manage subcontracts including drafting and negotiating terms, schedule coordination, and confirming compliance with contract specifications.
*Serve as the main point of contact for external stakeholders.
*Participate in project meetings, making recommendations and decisions based on project needs and team discussion.
*Conduct consistent and timely quality control review of work in progress, ensuring all work complies with project plans, specifications, and safety standards.
*Assist the PM with contract negotiations, risk management, and project execution strategies.
*Develop portions of Project Schedule and/ or review Project Schedule; or develop smaller schedules
*Take Project Schedule and Project Milestones & adapt to a workable plan
*Develop and utilize basic cost forecasting skills
*Develop maintain and update a 3 week look ahead schedule
*Communicate phases of a schedule to Trade partners effectively
*Hold select trade partners accountable to project requirements, Safety, Quality, Scope, Schedule, Budget, etc.
*Work with others well, (solid communication, partners with, no drama, creates Raving Fans)
*Mindful and aware of safety requirements, hold others accountable where applicable
*Able to coordinate portions of project or assist others adequately
*Able to work with select subs on coordination tasks
*Track and manage material deliveries
*Track and manage long lead items
*Proper use of RFI's*Understand what basic scopes are changing and why
*Understand and keep up with Submittal and Coordination process
*Proper updates to Owner about changes and schedule progress
*Runs weekly Job Meetings with trade partners
Required Education and Experience:
*At least 3 years as APM-1 or 3 years working as a APM, or Assistant Superintendent with Albion or similar construction company.
*Has completed at least 4 small/ medium Projects Worked or a combination of 1 with a larger or more than one large project
*A degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field, or commensurate experience in the construction industry.
*Proficiency in construction project management software.
*In-depth understanding of construction safety standards and regulatory requirements.
*Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues proactively.
*Show select Cost Forecasting for a small project or portion of a larger project
*Understands Scope of Work. Can show examples of setting up a project schedule for a small project or phase of work
*Can manage a moderate client(s) (expectations) for specific assignments
*Successfully make deals with subs, buy-out, negotiate
*Understand Sequence of Work for select small trades to be able to perform effective construction project activities
*Demonstrates the commitment to change, learn and accept constructive feedback for improvement.
*Solid team player, demonstrates collaboration, problem resolution and flexibility
*Positive approach to work and others*Wants to be a PM and shows ability to learn and improve
*Represents Albion well to Owner and Trade partners
*Ability to put together a presentation and make effective presentations to a group
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel