Assistant Project Manager

Manhattan Construction Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Professional development

Team-oriented workplace

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to help direct project execution, manage cost and schedule, and oversee owner and subcontractor relations on assigned projects.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a background in construction management. On-site work with potential travel across project sites, with a focus on safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• 4 years of industry experience required.
• Experience in structure/enclosure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in managing overall project direction, schedule, and budget.
• Manages owner and subcontractor relationships on assigned projects.
• Mentors on-site staff and ensures safety policies are followed.
• Participates in pre-construction activities and bid reviews.
• Coordinates input to develop project schedules and execution plans.
• Reviews subcontracts, purchase orders, and close-out documents.
• Communicates with clients and vendors to ensure project success.

Skills

OSHA 30

First Aid CPR

MS Office

Schedule software

Leadership

Communication

Team work

Budgeting basics

Education

Bachelor’s in CM/Engineering or related

Tools

Manhattan document control

Project scheduling software

Job description

Why Manhattan?

Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?

Why Manhattan?

Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?

We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family-owned business. At Manhattan, you get:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership.
• Professional development and leadership programs.
• To work on exciting projects for your community.
• Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
• More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.

Check out the details in our Career Development Booklet on our website: www.manhattanconstructioncareers.com

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Project Manager helps manage the overall project direction, completion/financial outcome and administers both the owner and subcontractor relationships for assigned projects. The Assistant Project Manager helps with responsibility for directing and mentoring on-site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills and strong communication and client service skills.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Practices implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policies
• All qualities/ responsibilities of a Project Engineer 2, plus:
• Participates in Conflict Resolution Process with Owners
• Participate in Change Order Negotiations with Subcontractors
• Prepares Job Cost Budget updates
• Provide Preconstruction Assistance
• Assist with Trade Bid Packages and Scope Presentation
• Participate in Pre-Con Meetings
• Assists in Bid Day or Precon pricing efforts
• Review subcontracts and Purchase Orders
• Participates in Project Close-Out Process
• Coordinates the project close-out process
• Prepare and distribute GC and Architect/Owner Punch List and assist Superintendent in Punch List completion
• Prepares and completes Close-Out Documents, Record Drawings, O&M Manuals and Warranties
• Assist in the Generation of Owner SOV/ Pay Apps
• Participates in the preparation of the Project Execution plan
• Assists in the preparation and issuing of Subcontractor Information / Welcome Package
• Attend Owner/Architect Meetings
• Monitor Construction Activities - select trades
• Assists the Superintendent in the management of subcontractors and vendors
• Participates in position training when scheduled by management
• Coordinates input to develop the project schedule
• Assists in the preparation of a two-week look ahead schedule
• Generate Project Execution Plan
• Review Inspection and Test Data
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections
• Understand Quality means- compliance with Contract Documents & Requirements
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES GUIDELINES:

• Has completed OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification and First Aid & CPR Training and Certification.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Proven experience in Manhattan document control and schedule software
• Thorough understanding of the industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math/accounting skills
• Strong management skills
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Dependability
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis
• 4 years of industry experience
• Experience in structure/enclosure preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS:

• You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
• Ability to repeat the same movements.
• Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
• Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Travel may be required, primarily to South Carolina and/or in the metropolitan area (must have a valid Driver’s License).
• Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.

About Manhattan

Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm that provides preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design-build services. Manhattan’s award-winning portfolio includes mission-critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is a:

• 20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)
• ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing Contractor
• Ten-time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner
• 2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner
• 2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine)

Under the fifth generation of Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and building excellence. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and making fiscally sound business decisions to support our clients’ long-term goals, team members, and project partners. For the same reasons we have so many tenured team members, we also have been fortunate to work with many clients for decades, some for over half a century.