Assistant Project Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will manage project costs and schedules while ensuring quality and timely completion of projects. This role offers the chance to develop managerial and communication skills necessary for project success.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 3-7 years of relevant experience. Strong work ethic and a commitment to safety are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field required.
• 3-7 years construction experience on relevant projects.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles and practices required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in establishing project chart of accounts and updating the CPM construction schedule.
• Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent.
• Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests and Change Orders.

Skills

Construction principles

Team management

Jobsite safety

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Project Manager position combines the principles of a Project Engineer and incorporates people and cost management. On a daily basis you will work closely with your Project Manager to ensure timely, quality and successful completion of a project. You may be solely responsible for a large segment of a project, and/or have Engineers/Interns reporting to you. This position is the next step in developing an employee’s managerial and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in establishing the project chart of accounts, developing and updating the CPM construction schedule, developing subcontracts and purchase orders and producing a responsibility listing for entire project staff
• Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent and leadership and training to the project staff and engineers
• Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applications and, if applicable, claims
• Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing the labor costs and completing quarterly profit project records
• Assist in establishing, maintaining and leading the on-site Total Quality Management process
• Manage the preparation and executing of the Project closeout process
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field required
• 3-7 years construction experience on relevant projects
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Experience in managing field staff and building relationships with owners
• Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated track record of jobsite safety excellence

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.