Assistant Construction Project Manager

ESPO Corporation; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Group Health and Dental Insurance

401k after waiting periods

Job summary

A leading technical recruiting firm in Bloomington, MN is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager. This role involves assisting project managers, managing project activities, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should possess a relevant degree or extensive experience, along with strong communication and analytical skills. A competitive pay rate of $35-$50/hr is offered for this contract-to-hire position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve problems.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with a variety of projects.
• Manage Contractors' submittals and compliance.
• Coordinate project activities and communications.

Skills

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High proficiency using Microsoft Office

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management OR related degree

5 years of applicable experience

Tools

Project Management Information System (PMIS)

Job description

Overview

ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER – Bloomington, MN (Contract-to-Hire). Pay Rate: $35-$50/hr.

Our client, a global EPC Firm, is hiring an Assistant Construction Project Manager for a long-term contract in Bloomington, MN.

The Assistant Construction Project Manager will assist project managers on a variety of projects of varying complexity, and/or will manage some smaller and less complex projects on their own. This position will manage and act as a coordinator and project liaison to the client, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders, throughout the project. The Assistant Construction Project Manager will maintain document control, manage databases, and coordinate and track project activities and communications to ensure project goals are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget parameters.

Responsibilities

• Assist global practice and engineering disciplines with overall efforts for Design-only and/or Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) projects.
• Assist the Project Management team in administering requests for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop a detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
• Manage Contractors' submittals, requests for information, supplemental design instructions, and site drawing logs.
• Verify Contractor compliance including quality, safety, environmental, environmental, and material management programs.
• Execute contracts including change order management/ field change directives, approval of invoices, and management of schedules.
• Assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
• Assist with the development of internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
• Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the Legal Department as required.
• Closeout contract and project documentation.
• Adhere to all safety programs, training, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management OR related degree from an accredited program OR 5 years of applicable experience.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.
• High proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Experience with a project management information system (PMIS).
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owners, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.

About ESPO Corporation

ESPO Corporation

Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965. ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.