Assistant Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of construction projects, providing logistical and clerical support to Project Managers. The ideal candidate will be organized, possess strong communication skills, and be adept at building relationships. You will be responsible for document control, planning materials, and ensuring quality and safety on-site. This position offers a pathway for career advancement within a company known for its commitment to excellence and performance in the mechanical construction field.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in Commercial Construction or Mechanical Industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage document control and project communication.
• Support field operations with quality control and safety awareness.
• Track project timelines and manage job site upkeep.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Procore

BlueBeam

Timberline

TimberScan

FastPIPE

FastDUCT

Autodesk Fab Review

Job description

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager role at Polk Mechanical is the first step of our construction Project Management career path. Assistant Project Managers (APMs) are the logistical and clerical cornerstones that facilitate the day-to-day operations of all our current projects. Entrusted with high-levels of responsibility and ownership, our APMs are charged with managing the organization of all assets, documents, and communication flows in support of the Project Managers (PMs) they report to. Together, the Project Management team is ultimately responsible for the project’s planning, direction, completion, and financial outcome.

Job Conditions:

• Typical Supervisor: reports to Project Manager
• Work Environment & Location: In-Person (100%) – mixed split between Office & Job-Site pending on project size, requirements, and phase
• Communicates often with: Project Managers, Virtual Design Team, Superintendents, Vendors, Customers (General Contractors/Project Owners), and other Sub-Contractors
• Common Tools/Software Used: Procore, BlueBeam, Timberline, TimberScan, FastPIPE, FastDUCT, Autodesk Fab Review

Responsibilities:

• Document Control (predominantly via Procore & Internal Drives)
• Including but not limited to: Requests for Information, Submittals, & Invoicing
• Communicating with Internal & External parties, serving as project point-of-contact
• Planning: Material Matrices/Product List, Material Scheduling, and Equipment Buyout
• Field Support: Quality Control, Inspection, Field Supervision, & Safety Awareness
• Tracking & maintaining project Timelines in coordination with Stakeholders
• Jobsite Management & Upkeep

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Construction Management/Science or Mechanical oriented studies. (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, etc.)

Qualities of an Ideal Candidate:

• Strong Organizational Skills & Practices
• Direct & clear communication approaches amongst multiple parties
• Strong Relationship building (both internally, externally, and client-facing)
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and identify urgent/emerging obstacles
• Foresight, accounting for unknown variables, and flexible problem-solving skills
• Dedication to living out Polk Values & Guiding Principles:
• Built on Partnerships: Customers for Life & Doing the Right Thing
• Built for Performance: Make it Safe & Count On Us

Preferences:

• ~1 – 3 Years of any work experience within Commercial Construction or Mechanical Industries
• Familiarity or experience within mechanical trades and/or working with Tradesmen

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based off experience
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401K
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance

Company Description: Polk Mechanical is a specialty mechanical sub-contractor that focuses on Pipefitting, Plumbing, HVAC, Sheet Metal, and Ductwork – bringing to life all the projects we work on across Commercial & Industrial sectors. Polk Nation is the collective of our people, customers, and community – all geared to DOMINATE, ELEVATE, and WIN in all that we do. Guided by a culture that is Built on Partnerships and Built for Performance, Polk continues to grow as a prominent name within the Texas construction industry. (Based out of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with branches in Houston and Central Texas.)