What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager position at Wilson Construction Co.?
Title: Assistant Project Manager
Location: Canby, OR
Wilson Construction Company (Wilson) has an immediate opening for a self-motivated Assistant Project Manager with a positive, team-oriented outlook. This position will provide project management support on utility distribution construction projects as well as assist in developing, planning, and coordinating the technical work for electric utility construction projects.
This is an entry level field/office position. The majority of work hours will be spent at a project field office, with some time spent at Wilson’s headquarters in Canby, Oregon. This position will require travelling to and staying at various project sites throughout the Western United States. Project durations will vary from a few weeks to multiple years. This position shall work under the direction of the On-site Project Manager or Project Superintendent.
Responsibilities include:
• Assisting Project Managers and Schedulers with various administrative tasks;
• Entering daily project status data;
• Preparing three- and five-day look-aheads;
• Preparing Requests for Information (RFIs), transmittals/submittals;
• Scheduling materials and tracking deliveries;
• Assisting with the approval of material invoices;
• Tracking and reporting equipment and vehicles in the right-of-way daily;
• Maintaining various spreadsheets;
• Performing overall project support for all departments; and
• Delivering paperwork and performing other errands.
Requirements include:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.);
• Experience in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 is a plus;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills to include:
o Coordinating, tracking, and meeting deadlines;
o Following up;
o Handling multiple tasks in a fluctuating workload; and
o Multi-tasking efficiently.
• Analytical skills;
• Self-motivated attitude;
• Ability to work independently while still contributing to the team;
• Willingness to help where needed for the benefit of the team;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of staff and personality types; and
• Must maintain a valid driver license.
This position requires a candidate that thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments due to a high volume of work, tight deadlines, and our dedication to customer satisfaction. Candidates must be able to work on projects in a team environment and maintain strong working relationships with co-workers and customers.
Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off, and holiday pay.
Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Smoke and drug free environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass post-offer drug tests, including marijuana.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume via our website through the Opportunities page: www.wilsonconst.com