Assistant Project Manager

Cape Fox Shared Services; Cape Canaveral (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Project Manager to support construction projects across the Southern United States. This role involves planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities to ensure successful completion within budget and schedule. You will assist in managing subcontractors, maintaining client communications, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a dynamic team that values initiative and professionalism, and contribute to impactful projects that support U.S. Government contracts at military installations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about construction management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within construction environments.
• Ability to analyze blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and managing construction projects.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Blueprint Analysis

Budget Management

Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Cape Fox, subsidiary Mountain Point, is seeking a qualified Assistant Project Manager. This candidate will support day-to-day project management, including planning, coordinating, integrating, monitoring, and driving all project activities and milestones per plan; ensuring the maintenance of technical communications and business files; monitoring and reporting schedule variances from plan; appraising impact of variances; recommending and implementing corrective actions; and maintaining client communications. This position reports to the Senior Project Manager for Mountain Point, a construction company. Work will be performed primarily within the Southern United States (Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Florida). General construction work will include building renovations and repairs; new construction; pre-construction services, IT and physical security upgrades; electrical, plumbing and HVAC; and demolition. Civil and utility work will focus on specific electrical and underground water infrastructure (e.g., potable water, storm, sewer) and all associated earth moving services.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting in the planning, scheduling, organizing, directing, and controlling assigned construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications, and budget. The employee will provide assistant management of projects, personnel, and clients with focus on project management, personnel management/mentoring, and business development. The Assistant Project Manager provides overall direction to a project or group of projects of considerable size, scope, and complexity. The employee ensures the accurate completion of all work products, proper quality control/quality assurance measures are in place consistent with corporate guidelines, and work procedures are performed in a safe manner.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting in the management and oversight of self-perform projects and work performed by subconsultants and subcontractors. The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting the overall financial performance relative to project-specific budgets. The employee will ensure the construction schedule and budget are kept in accordance with plan. The Assistant Project Manager will support the management of the Contractor Health and Safety Program (equivalent to Safety and Occupational Health Program in EM 385-1-1, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual).

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Duties include:

• Supports Space Coast Sr Project Manager or fills in for Sr Project Manager as needed.
• Assist Sr Project Manager and coordinate with superintendents with tracking of contract documents and resolving field-generated questions across concurrent projects.
• Assist with analyzing and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and other technical documents to ensure project accuracy.
• Assist in preparing project schedules based on estimated hours, tasks, milestones, and resources to ensure meeting project criteria.
• Assist in the development of plans and monitor progress as well as budget, cost, and schedule for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors ensuring submittals are complete and correct prior to forwarding to government.
• Coordinate site walks with subcontractors and government, clearly identifying the time, location, and purpose of the meeting.
• Assist with monitoring safety and quality standards and inspect worksite locations to verify compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Assist with the selection and management of subcontractors and maintain regular communication with key project stakeholders.
• Actively prepare and manage the RFI process ensuring answers are received in a timely manner.
• Assist with buyouts/procurement for projects and ensure deliveries will be on time considering products may not be in stock and will need to be manufactured or shipped from overseas.
• Assist with coordinating project close-outs, O&Ms, as-builts, and warranties in conformance with contract documents.
• Assist in the coordination and conduct final inspections with government contracting and civil engineer personnel.
• Submit as-builts on finished projects.
• Assist in the management of the closeout process and warranty responses with Site Superintendent.

Work Environment

Primary work will be supporting construction efforts on U.S. Government contracts at military installations.

Assistant Project Managers typically work full-time in a variety of settings, predominantly offices, facilities, or construction sites. The work involves some travel and fieldwork, and exposure to dangerous or stressful situations. Safety equipment must be used to minimize risks.

Employees must work with minimal supervision, be flexible, cooperative, and take initiative; work well under pressure; be resourceful and well-organized; maintain effective relationships with co-workers; be polite and professional with the public; and uphold a professional attitude and positive outlook in line with company standards.