Assistant Project Manager

Timberline Construction Corporation; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This role involves coordinating various aspects of the construction process, from managing documentation to ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong communication skills, and have a solid understanding of construction methods and project management. Join a team that values driven and passionate individuals committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience with contracts, plans, and specifications.
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate multiple activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project buyout process and coordinate submittals.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.

Skills

Construction Methods

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in applicable discipline

Tools

Procore

Job description

The Assistant Project Manager acts as a resource to the Project Manager(s) by assisting in the planning, scheduling, and implementation of the construction process, to help ensure that the project meets the schedule and is completed within the budget.

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist with the project buyout process, in accordance with company standards and in a timely manner, considering factors such as project schedule, submittal review process, and long lead time materials and equipment.
2. Coordinate the submittal process with the schedule, review process, and material lead times.
3. Coordinate RFI's to address issues with interpretation of plans and specifications, missing information, incorrect details, incomplete information, and other issues requiring the direction of the Architect and Engineers.
4. Ensure that all required project documentation is completed promptly and maintained in the appropriate master project files, including daily reports, accident reports, subcontractor logs, submittals, bulletins, drawing logs, sketches, and as-built drawings.
5. Assist with safety and accident reporting as required.
6. Help enforce all TCC Health and Safety Plan regulations.
7. Assist with the coordination of deliverables to obtain necessary permits and licenses, and monitor compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations, depending on contractual arrangements.
8. Assist in tracking and controlling costs to avoid overruns.
9. Coordinate, track, and receive timely approval of Change Orders.
10. Assist in the coordination of invoice approvals.
11. Coordinate timely completion and submission of project invoices and requisitions to the client, and follow up as needed to ensure timely payments. Communicate with senior management about payment delays.
12. Assist in recording meeting minutes and follow-up actions.
13. Distribute drawing revisions and address subcontractor issues.
14. Assist in assembling close-out documents.

Qualifications

• Experience working with contracts, plans, and specifications, with knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Familiarity with computers and software for job costing, online collaboration, scheduling, and estimating; Procore experience is a plus.
• The APM must work well under pressure, be flexible, and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously while analyzing and resolving issues, with an understanding of engineering, architectural, and construction drawings.
• Good oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build good working relationships with clients, managers, designers, superintendents, and crew.
• Willingness to visit project sites as needed.
• Bachelor's Degree in an applicable discipline.
• At least 2.5 years of construction project management experience preferred.
• OSHA 10-hr certification is a plus.
• LEED AP certification is a plus.

At Timberline, we strive to be best-in-class in everything we do—this means hiring smart, passionate, driven, and focused individuals.

Timberline Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.