Assistant Construction Project Manager - Anticipated Openings

Turner & Townsend; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as an Assistant Project Manager, where you will lead construction projects that enhance public infrastructure. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with various stakeholders and ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget. With responsibilities ranging from managing project costs to conducting site visits, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of community projects. If you are passionate about construction management and eager to make a difference, this anticipated opening could be your next career step. Get ready to be part of exciting upcoming projects in early/mid 2025!

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and strong organizational abilities are essential.
• Knowledge of financial terms and the ability to conduct basic financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Monitor performance of consultants and contractors for project success.
• Maintain accurate records on costs, schedules, and contractor performance.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Analysis

Job description

Assistant Construction Project Manager - Anticipated Openings

• Full-time

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in various sectors.

Turner & Townsend Heery is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support various construction projects. The Assistant Project Manager will lead individual, multi-disciplined construction project solutions for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.

This role is for potential/upcoming roles expected to open in early/mid 2025. The hiring team may/may not contact you immediately regarding your candidacy. In any case we will have your resume on file for future opportunities as they arise.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects involving construction, cost allocations, time schedules, right of way acquisitions, permitting, bidding, contract requirements, inspections, and change orders for building public infrastructures.
• Monitor the work performance of consultant engineers and contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Make presentations and meet with stakeholders, contractors, community groups, and Federal, state, and local officials on a variety of issues concerning construction projects.
• Maintain accurate records on project costs, time schedules, contractor performance, contract changes, and related capital project requirements.
• Provide technical engineering assistance to professional, technical, and office support staff.
• Oversee the work performed by design engineers, construction inspection personnel, and contractual personnel.
• Ensure a quality constructed project is completed within the prescribed time frame and operating budget.
• Manage approved budget for the construction project to ensure work is performed within the authorized amount of money budgeted for the project.
• Document changes in project cost, schedule, change orders and prepare written reports to managers on project status and problems needing resolution by management.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction and review that work is generally proceeding in accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status, review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance, review of change orders, and review of Developer's monthly Job Cost Reports.
• Review contract drawings and specifications for completeness and compliance with commonly accepted architectural/engineering best practices.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted documents including zoning approvals, certified surveys, building permits, and utility company approval letters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position.
• Manages 3rd party project delivery resources/team (typically smaller team).
• Responsible for tracking performance and motivating team members.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to clients.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, volumes, and areas.
• Conducts basic financial analysis.
• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations.