Assistant Project Manager

BE&K Building Group; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BE&K Building Group in Bloomington, IN seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager with day-to-day operations on site. The role focuses on contracts, POs, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and subcontractor coordination.

The candidate will assist with scheduling narratives, meetings, drawings, and close-out manuals, while engaging with attorneys on contracts and insurance. Bachelor’s degree is not required, but strong software skills are needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering is not strictly required.

Responsibilities

• Log contracts and purchase orders.
• Review and price/approve/reject change orders, submittals, and RFIs.
• Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs.
• Request and review subcontractor insurance certificates.
• Maintain vendor and subcontractor contact logs.
• Prepare and price proposed change orders.
• Submit, track responses and issue RFIs.
• Manage building permit process and related issues.
• Coordinate plan submissions to municipalities.
• Work with attorneys on contracts, insurance and modifications.
• Liaise with subcontractors to resolve disputes and progress.
• Assist with project schedule narratives.
• Prepare weekly meeting minutes for owners and subs.
• Set up coordination meetings with subcontractors.
• Distribute revised drawings to subcontractors.
• Draft PO and subcontract request descriptions.
• Obtain and track subcontractor warranty certificates.
• Create close-out manuals and documentation.
• Assist with OSHA training.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

P6

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job. This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities

• Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
• Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
• Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
• Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company's insurance requirements
• Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
• Price and create Proposed Change Orders
• Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
• Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
• Plan revision submissions to municipality
• Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
• Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor's work and progress.
• Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
• Create Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner's and Subcontractors meetings
• Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
• Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
• Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
• Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
• Responsible for creating close-out manuals
• Assists with OSHA training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering (not required)
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Procore or similar), scheduling software (P6 or similar) and BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks).
• The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
• Good communication skills
• Candidate must possess BE&K Core Values: Integrity ~ Teamwork ~ Respect ~ Discipline ~ Accountability ~ Social Responsibility

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and handling materials.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BE&K Building Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.