Assistant Project Manager

Clark Construction Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group seeks an Assistant Project Manager to join the leadership team directing day-to-day project management. You will help create a project plan, outline tasks, timelines, and resources to achieve goals, and support the Project Executive with stakeholder communication, risk management and progress monitoring.

You will work on a variety of construction projects, coordinating scheduling, budgeting, documents, and safety compliance while developing leadership and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of construction management experience.
• Understanding of construction procedures and project management principles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, supervising and coordinating construction projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Assist with contract negotiation and management with vendors and subcontractors.
• Assist Project Manager with determining needed resources from start to finish with attention to schedule and budget.
• Organize, file and maintain project documents.
• Support health and safety policies and requirements.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Construction management

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will be a part of a leadership team dedicated to directing the day-to-day management of the project. Y ou will create a project plan that outlines the tasks, timelines, and resources required to achieve the project’s goals . The Project Manager will support the Project Executive with communication among project stakeholders, manage risk, and monitor progress against the schedule. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for and dedication to getting the job done.Job DescriptionResponsibilitiesAssist with planning, scheduling, supervising and coordinating all aspects of a wide range of construction projects to ensure that deadlines and budgets are met.Assist with negotiation and management of contracts with vendors and subcontractors.Assist the Project Manager with determining needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to schedule and budget details.Organize, file and maintain project documents.Ensure the company’s health and safety culture, policies and requirements are met.Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with customer and co-workers.Basic QualificationsWorks directly with the Project Manager to help implement project goals3 - 5 Years of construction management experienceUnderstanding of construction procedures and material and project management principlesOutstanding communication, negotiation, organizational and time-management skillsProficient with computers and corresponding programs – Word, Excel, PowerPointA team player with leadership abilitiesHigh School diploma or equivalentBachelor’s degree (preferred)Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executesThe work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.The Physical Side of the Role: This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.Your Work Environment: You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.#LI-CN1