Assistant Project Manager

The Boldt Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boldt Company seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support project management activities in construction, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. This entry-level role offers opportunities for professional development within a culture focused on collaboration and innovation, contributing to meaningful projects in Chicago.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage including dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time Off including vacation and sick leave

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Annual bonus based on company performance

Access to wellness resources and health coaching

Professional growth and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Two to five years of related experience required.
• Solid understanding of construction techniques and specifications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project planning and execution according to safety standards.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and oversee quality control across projects.
• Participate in risk management and contract compliance for construction activities.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Construction Management

Education

Four-year degree in engineering or construction management

Job description

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Who We Are

Build your career with Boldt. As a member of the Boldt team, you’ll collaborate with some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the construction industry. You’ll have the chance to learn new skills and seek greater responsibilities with a team that builds real value in the world around you. You’ll succeed in a workplace culture that recognizes, respects, and values differences. Boldt’s focus on innovation, collaboration, and employee development provides an opportunity for all our employees to

Build Boldly.

How Your Role Fits Into Boldt

As an Assistant Project Manager for The Boldt Company, you are a part of the project management team and will have the opportunity to assist in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed to construct our projects in accordance with the contract documents. Our Assistant Project Managers have responsibility for the protection and promotion of the interests of Boldt on our projects every day. This role will also verify that the work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality that meets the budget. This hands-on role will collaborate with project field operations to make sure project information is delivered, understood, and implemented and will spend time both in the office and at the physical construction site.

Who We Are

Build your career with Boldt. As a member of the Boldt team, you’ll collaborate with some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the construction industry. You’ll have the chance to learn new skills and seek greater responsibilities with a team that builds real value in the world around you. You’ll succeed in a workplace culture that recognizes, respects, and values differences. Boldt’s focus on innovation, collaboration, and employee development provides an opportunity for all our employees to Build Boldly.

How Your Role Fits Into Boldt

As an Assistant Project Manager for The Boldt Company, you are a part of the project management team and will have the opportunity to assist in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed to construct our projects in accordance with the contract documents. Our Assistant Project Managers have responsibility for the protection and promotion of the interests of Boldt on our projects every day. This role will also verify that the work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality that meets the budget. This hands-on role will collaborate with project field operations to make sure project information is delivered, understood, and implemented and will spend time both in the office and at the physical construction site.

Safety

What you get to do:

• Ensure strict adherence to safety, ethics, and compliance requirements at all times.
• Assist in the implementation of our site safety program as needed and ensure subcontractor compliance with Boldt safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
  
  

People

• Act as liaison with architects, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, inspectors, other Boldt job staff and owner’s representatives in resolving issues related to plans, specifications and field constraints or discrepancies.
• Facilitate meetings with other contractors, client, or A/E representatives to coordinate our design and construction efforts.
• Develop reports such as General Conditions Items, labor, safety, change order logs, quality control, status reports, punch lists describing work to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, etc.
• Support and promote companywide internship programs and apprenticeship programs.
• Engage in companywide training programs.
  
  

Quality

• Develop a comprehensive working knowledge and understanding of the contract documents (including Boldt’s contract, plans, specifications, and applicable codes).
• Conduct detailed construction document reviews and examine all documents for constructability and Built in Quality (BiQ). Bring all concerns to the attention of the appropriate design professional for resolution.
• Participate in the preparation of various studies, recommendations for materials and methods, and cost estimates.
• Oversee submittals and shop drawings, assessing conformance to contract specifications. Work to resolve any differences in interpretation.
• Manage drawings and specifications to ensure the most up-to-date versions are being used throughout the project.
• Verify that all our completed work aligns with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
  
  

Schedule

• Assist with the Boldt Production System (BPS) with rigor and discipline. This includes master scheduling, production strategies, make work ready, weekly, and daily planning and production tracking.
• Facilitate scheduling and managing assigned subcontractor trade coordination meetings, look ahead planning meetings and submittal review meetings.
• Be responsible for the supply chain of materials for assigned scopes to ensure they are onsite when needed to execute the work.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date production visuals and site logistics plans.
  
  

Cost

• Assist Project Managers in negotiating change orders, managing information on changes in the work; preparing an independent analysis, as the need arises; acquiring and checking estimates for the changes from subcontractors; acquiring approval of the architect and owner; and resolving any misalignments on project details.
• Provide technical support for cost control (specifically with the risk and opportunity log).
• Assist with specific sections of the overall project budget as assigned.
• Provide budgeting/estimating to internal and external customers for project requests, and make sure expectations of what is included and not included in the scope of work, for that given budget, are clearly defined and communicated.
  
  

Risk

• Prepare a detailed contract items list including all significant items required for the construction of the project. Develop trade scope of work documents for bid packages, major material, and equipment purchases.
• Develop scopes of work and execute subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Participate in the close-out process. Prepare final records such as RFI’s, close-out records, warranties, as-builts, operation and maintenance manuals, attic stock, spare parts. Evaluate all information to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Participate in risk management including identification, analysis, response planning and monitoring/controls on a project and demonstrates competency in understanding controls processes for the project to take corrective actions when necessary.
  
  

What We Expect From You

• Four-year engineering or construction management degree. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Two to five years of related experience.
• Solid understanding of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to subject area.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interact and communicate optimally with others.
• A valid driver’s license may be required. Individuals in this role may be subject to an annual Motor Vehicle Records check. The outcome of any MVR checks conducted may negatively impact the persons’ ability to participate in any vehicle program provided by the company, including but not limited to the ability to drive a personal vehicle on behalf of The Boldt Company or rent a vehicle through for business travel purposes.
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to position objects and operate tools or controls. Employee frequently uses computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to position self to maneuver in confined or awkward spaces. The employee regularly is required to remain in a stationary position and move to access people or machinery or workspaces. Employee is occasionally required to ascend and/or descend a ladder or stairs to reach work areas. The employee must regularly move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds. The employee is regularly required to travel (as vehicle driver and as passenger on various modes of transportation) and frequently performs work on-site at construction work sites. Specific abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor frequently. The employee is required to be able to optimally communicate while on the job site and throughout the completion of duties.

The working conditions of this position requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to maintain safety and prevent exposure to harmful materials. The environment for which this position functions may be exposed to prolonged loud noises and may contain scents and fragrances. May be requested to work overtime and weekends.

What We Can Offer You

As an employee-owned organization, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture centered around safety and team collaboration. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of our employees. Our benefits include:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical plans including dental and vision benefits as well as the opportunity to participate in HSA and/or FSA programs.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Group and Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Financial Benefits: An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to share in the company’s success, as well as a 401(k) plan.
• Annual Bonus Program: Opportunity for annual bonuses based on company performance.
• Wellness Resources: Access to a health coach, health assessments, wellness challenges, and life care resources.
• Professional Growth: Equal access to opportunities and resources at all levels, educational reimbursement, and a robust mentorship program.
• Inclusion & Belonging: Comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion training programs.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to engage with the community including a paid Volunteer Time Off program.
  
  

The anticipated salary range for this position is $88,040 - $113,913 per year. This range represents what The Boldt Company reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered will be dependent upon numerous job-related factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications, skills, experience, education, location, alignment with market data and internal equity as well as other business and organizational needs. Our expectation is that the incumbent will work at our Chicago office. If the incumbent works out of a different location, the anticipated salary range is subject to change.

The Boldt Company is an equal opportunity employer.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please contact our Human Resources department.

Based on Boldt’s Background Checking policy, this position may be subject to a background check.

The Boldt Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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