Assistant Project Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to join our on-site team.

You will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely, quality, and successful project delivery, potentially supervising Engineers/Interns and contributing to cost management. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field, at least 3 years of construction experience, and a track record of safety excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' construction experience on relevant projects.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices.
• Experience in managing field staff and building relationships with owners.
• Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated track record of jobsite safety excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in establishing the project chart of accounts, developing and updating the CPM construction schedule, developing subcontracts and purchase orders and producing a responsibility listing for entire project staff.
• Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent and leadership and training to the project staff and engineers.
• Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applications and, if applicable, claims.
• Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing the labor costs and completing quarterly profit project records.
• Assist in establishing, maintaining and leading the on-site Total Quality Management process.
• Manage the preparation and executing of the Project closeout process.
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Assistant Project Manager position combines the principles of a Project Engineer and incorporates people and cost management. On a daily basis you will work closely with your Project Manager to ensure timely, quality and successful completion of a project. You may be solely responsible for a large segment of a project, and/or have Engineers/Interns reporting to you. This position is the next step in developing an employee’s managerial and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in establishing the project chart of accounts, developing and updating the CPM construction schedule, developing subcontracts and purchase orders and producing a responsibility listing for entire project staff
• Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent and leadership and training to the project staff and engineers
• Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applications and, if applicable, claims
• Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing the labor costs and completing quarterly profit project records
• Assist in establishing, maintaining and leading the on-site Total Quality Management process
• Manage the preparation and executing of the Project closeout process
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field required
• Minimum 3 years' construction experience on relevant projects
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Experience in managing field staff and building relationships with owners
• Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated track record of jobsite safety excellence

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.