Assistant Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Project Coordinator to join their dynamic team in Cedar Rapids. This role involves providing essential support to project managers and estimators, ensuring smooth operations throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include attending preconstruction meetings, assisting with project controls, and managing documentation. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on exciting construction projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 1-5 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and Project is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and estimators with various tasks.
• Document management and maintain good relationships with clients.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Self-Motivation

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Related Field Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Tri-City Group is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Project Coordinator for an immediate opening in Cedar Rapids, IA. The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for providing overall support and assistance to the estimator, project managers, and field personnel.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Attend Preconstruction/Kick Off Meetings
• Attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of projects
• Review proposed specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Assist estimators gathering quotes, printing drawings, counting, take-off estimating, and responding to RFIs and RFQs
• Document management, including RFIs, Constraints, Purchase Order Logs, and Change Orders
• Professionally interact with customers, other trades, general contractors, and internal staff
• Assist with project controls, including schedule and productivity
• Assist with the assembly of shop drawings as per project requirements
• Provide follow up to project manager regarding status of quoted items, subcontractors, and equipment purchase orders
• Prepare clean, full size and half size prints for Project Manager, Superintendents, General Foreman and Foreman
• Assist in project close out including submission of warranty information, as-built drawings, and operation and maintenance manuals
• Maintain good relationships with customers both internally and externally

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, 1-5 years of related experience and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience on a construction project is not required.
• A thorough understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project is also required.

Candidates must possess strong attention to detail, tact and consideration, focus on accuracy, solid communication skills, positive initiative and judgment, the ability to problem solve and meet deadlines, self-motivation, business acumen and be organized.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal-opportunity employer.