Assistant Field Construction Manager – EPC & Buildings

Burns & McDonnell; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Orlando, FL seeks an Assistant Construction Manager to support day-to-day management of safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and contracts across EPC projects. You will collaborate with project teams, prepare RFPs, manage subcontracts, and coordinate with field staff on mobilization, permits, and turnover.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in construction/engineering and 3 years of relevant experience, excellent MS Office skills, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant construction experience required.
• Experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in construction project sites or program management in multiple industries; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety programs and policies; manage Safety & Health performance with the team.
• Collaborate with Project Management to build client relationships and interface on proposals and project items.
• Assist in risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with Legal as required.
• Develop and implement Project Execution Plan, QA Plan, Safety & Health Plan, and related plans.
• Negotiate and execute prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Develop site mobilization/demobilization plans and support the Construction/Site Manager.
• Secure project permits and support bidder registration and pre-qualification efforts.
• Prepare RFPs and contract documents for subcontractor and client selection.
• Support design changes, drawing releases, and project specifications.
• Administer RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change management; mitigate claims.
• Support project cost reporting, scheduling, WBS, setup, closeout, and field progress tracking.
• Report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows to stakeholders; distribute minutes.
• Support invoicing for prime contracts, subs, clients, and suppliers.
• Maintain project documentation and filing systems; ensure compliance with requirements.
• Verify insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities for project compliance.
• Support safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments.
• Facilitate material receiving, inventory control, storage, and transportation.
• Collaborate with Superintendents/Site Managers to verify subcontractor compliance.
• Assist with project turnover documentation, retention, warranties, and closeout.
• Uphold company policies and assist with labor agreements and onboarding.
• Analyze craft rates and labor costs; staff projects with field operations/hr.
• Maintain craft classifications and progression records; support training.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Documentation control

Scheduling

Cost control

Project management software

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, Construction Management, Engineering

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Orlando, FL seeks an Assistant Construction Manager to support day-to-day management of safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and contracts across EPC projects. You will collaborate with project teams, prepare RFPs, manage subcontracts, and coordinate with field staff on mobilization, permits, and turnover.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in construction/engineering and 3 years of relevant experience, excellent MS Office skills, and strong communication.