Assistant Project Manager

Harvey Cleary; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Cleary is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project managers with estimating, scheduling, procurement, and client satisfaction on commercial construction sites in Houston.

You will help with RFIs, risk management, safety audits, and document control while working with the superintendent team to ensure safety and quality. A four-year degree and at least two years of PM experience are required, with LEED preferred.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum two years of construction/project management experience.
• Experience in estimating, scheduling, quality control, and problem-solving.
• Experience with Procore is preferred, but not required.
• CPR/First-Aid certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in estimating and bidding of projects.
• Assist in preparation and updates of Master and look-ahead schedules.
• Participate in job-site safety meetings and complete safety audits and observations.
• Assist with identifying, understanding and managing project risks.
• Identify problems and recommend solutions for review and implementation.
• Assist with business development work.
• Focus on maintaining client satisfaction.
• Document punch lists and participate in project close-out.
• Prepare and track RFIs.
• Promote job site safety, encourage safe work practices, and rectify job site hazards.
• Understand the project plans and specifications.
• Demonstrates leadership characteristics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Site management

Construction safety

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Assistant Project Managers assist the project managers in the overall responsibility of the project, including cost estimating, procurement, scheduling, and satisfaction of clients. In addition, the Assistant Project Manager evaluates, coordinates, and distributes information necessary to complete projects on time, within budget, and with quality workmanship. Assistant Project Managers also assist the superintendent team with job site safety and complete weekly safety audits and observations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in estimating and bidding of projects
• Assist in preparation and updates of Master and look-ahead schedulesParticipate in job-site safety meetings and complete safety audits and observations
• Assist with identifying, understanding and managing project risks.
• Identify problems and recommend solutions for review and implementation
• Assist with business development work
• Focus on maintaining client satisfaction
• Document punch lists and participate in project close-out
• Prepare and track Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Promote job site safety, encourage safe work practices, and rectify job site hazards immediately.
• Understand the project plans and specifications.
• Demonstrates leadership characteristics.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• In-depth knowledge of construction job-site management.
• Considerable knowledge of the construction industry and safety practices.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Displays strong written and oral communication skills and employs effective listening skills.
• Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications, and costs.
• Tactful and mature demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well with diverse personalities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Four-year college degree in construction management, engineering, or related field
• Minimum two years of successful construction/project management experience.
• Experience in estimating, scheduling, quality control, and problem-solving.
• Experience with Procore is preferred, but not required.
• OSHA 30 preferred, but not required
• Current CPR/First-Aid certification or ability to obtain it within the first 6 months of employment
• LEED accreditation preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical abilities representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require the use of arms, legs, and entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, pushing/pulling, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work in a variety of work conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noise, smells, weather elements, and other elements associated with commercial construction sites.
• To safely conduct activities, operate equipment, and navigate the worksite, must be able to be aware of surroundings (which generally requires sufficient vision and hearing).
• Must be able to distinguish colors given safety signs and warnings.
• Must be able to maintain balance.
• Must be able to safely work on or around scaffolding and trenches.
• Must be able to use all applicable Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to perform all the functions necessary to complete the above duties/responsibilities on a safe but timely basis.

Prospective employees must be able to pass a criminal background check and a pre-employment and random drug screen.