Assistant Construction Project Manager

MDA Edge; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm as a commercial construction Assistant Project Manager, where you'll play a crucial role in overseeing significant projects valued at over $20 million. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced Project Managers and Superintendents, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your proactive communication and organizational skills will be essential as you liaise between various stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and team members. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about construction, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative team setting.

Benefits

Free medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

401k matching

529 college savings plans

20 days of PTO/year

7 sick days/year

Flexible working arrangements

Latest technology and tools

Qualifications

• 3+ years in construction, design, architecture, or engineering.
• Experience with $20 million+ school projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities to meet costs, schedule, and quality standards.
• Assist Project Manager with planning and scheduling.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Construction Planning

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering

Tools

PlanGrid

Procore

Sage 300 Timberline

Excel

MS Office Programs

Job description

MUST HAVE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience in handling projects with a minimum value of $20 million
• Prior experience in the construction of apartments, hospitals, libraries, schools and/or universities in the DMV area.

Who We're Looking For:

• We're seeking a motivated commercial construction Assistant Project Manager with 3 years' experience working in construction, design, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• The right hard-working Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating the activities of a project to ensure costs, schedule, document control, and quality standards are met. Our Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager and Superintendents through continuous learning, and the ability to take on distinct roles while effectively working with clients, architects, subcontractors, and coworkers. Successful candidates will be able to share their passion for and dedication to getting the job done and confidently represent the firm, including committing the firm on schedule and cost matters within approved parameters.

What You'll Do:

• Our new Assistant Project Manager will partake in coordinating, developing, managing, and implementing all facets necessary to construct the project on time, within budget, and to the quality specified. A day in the life of an Assistant Project Manager involves providing assistance to the Project Manager through construction planning, scheduling equipment deliveries, facilitating document distribution, and serving as a liaison between project team members and the community with the common goal of promoting the interests of both the firm and clients in all matters. Assistant Project Managers work directly with the Project Managers, Superintendents, and Project Executives to provide technical expertise regarding cost estimates, negotiate contracts, change orders, and establish project objectives to ensure project success. If you are motivated by working efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with multiple project relationships and competing priorities, this may be the perfect fit for you.

What You Bring To The Table:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in construction, design, architecture, engineering, or related field, and at least experience with one school project of $20+ million-dollar.
• Experience in overseeing at least one ground-up build.
• Proficiency in PlanGrid, Procore, and Sage 300 Timberline, Textura preferred.
• Organized, with great attention to detail.
• Well versed in Excel and all MS Office Programs.
• Strong and proactive communication (written, phone, and in person).
• Ability to work well with colleagues, subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and the community.

What We Offer:

• Salary + Up to 10% in an annual discretionary bonus.
• Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee. 75% cost sharing for family coverage including a domestic partner and HSA contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, 401k matching, and 529 college savings plans.
• 20 days of PTO/year, 7 sick days/year, flexible working arrangements, the latest technology and tools to do your best work.
• Opportunity to make an impact on a diverse team with decades of professional experience.