Assistant Construction Project Manager

S&B USA; Hallstead (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading contractor in the Heavy Highway and Civil Construction industry, where innovation meets teamwork. As a vital part of the project team, you will assist in managing large-scale infrastructure projects that shape the future of communities across the U.S. Your role will involve supporting the Project Manager in ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With a focus on professional growth and a dynamic work environment, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact while developing your career. If you are passionate about construction and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• BS in civil engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in field/project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in ensuring project safety and adherence to design.
• Support in preparing project status reports and managing subcontractor work.

Skills

Field Survey Software

Construction Drawings Interpretation

Microsoft Office

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Construction Inspection Tools

Job description

S&B USA Construction, a subsidiary of Shikun & Binui America, is a leading contractor in the Heavy Highway and Civil Construction industry, collaborating with public and private partners across the U.S. Our innovative work is driven by major Public-Private Partnership (P3) initiatives, where we lead in Design, Build, Finance, and Maintenance of infrastructure projects. We’re proud to work with esteemed clients like PennDOT, MDSHA, VDOT, DDOT, GDOT, TNDOT, and others, leveraging a Progressive-Design-Build approach to deliver complex, impactful projects.

By joining S&B USA Construction, you will be part of an exciting opportunity to shape the future of infrastructure in the U.S., contributing to large-scale projects that make a lasting difference. With our focus on innovation, teamwork, and professional growth, we offer a dynamic environment where your career can thrive.

Locations include Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Fargo, North Dakota, and Nashville, Tennessee. (relocation will be provided).

Position Summary:

Assist the Project Manager to ensure that the project is built safely in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Build effective relationships with the work team, with the customer, subcontractors, and vendors. Problem solve focus. Help the Project Manager implement their proposed improvement plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the PM and Sr. PM in the evaluation and preparation of change orders, quotations, and claims.
• Assist in preparing project status reports and participate in project status meetings; assist in the development of meeting minutes.
• Ensure the Subcontractors (or Providers) are executing the work according to the Scope, Plans and Specifications as defined in their Subcontract (or Purchase Order).
• Verify the received invoices are based on the Work actually performed by the Subcontractors (or Providers) and confirm the received Work (or supply) meets the required specifications. Ensure the required invoice supporting documents are submitted.
• Verify the work progress of the subcontractors.
• Assist and monitor the performance of Construction Inspection.
• Assist the PM in the payment/invoice process.
• Attend Schedule Meetings and control the Subcontractor Work progress.
• Oversee construction and complete the daily construction reports with detailed and accurate records.
• Oversee testing activities and review test reports for assigned activities.
• Oversee non-conformance reporting and support resolution of those reports.
• Perform inspections (may include NDE) and witness tests as the work occurs and is deemed complete.
• Prepare reports and quality records in compliance with the project specifications.

Reporting:

Project Manager

Education, Skills & Qualifications:

• BS in civil engineering
• At least 5 years’ experience as a field engineer and/or project engineer with progression up through more complex projects.
• Experience with field survey software and equipment.
• Experience reading and understanding construction drawings. Writing and reviewing RFIs and reviewing construction Submittals. 
• Computer literacy required including Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods.
• Requires driving occasionally for up to 2-5 hours.
• Requires working in outdoor weather conditions.
• Minimum physical exertion such as walking, lifting, standing for long periods, bending, or reaching may be required.
• Requires visual ability to perform tasks: preparing and analyzing data, plans, drawings, outlines, viewing a computer, and extensive reading.
• Requires the ability to physically operate standard office equipment i.e., laptop, phone, keyboard, mouse, etc.

Core Values:

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or Phone: [phone] ext. 1032

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.