Assistant Project Manager

Sendero Industries LLC.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan with company match

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Sendero Industries in Houston, TX is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project managers in planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within budget, schedule, and quality standards. You will collaborate with the Project Manager to ensure project success, manage documentation, and communicate with stakeholders, including permitting teams and regulators as required.

A bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and at least 2 years of experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a construction-related role.
• Experience with permitting, including preparing, submitting, tracking, and obtaining permits and approvals.
• Familiarity with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utilities, and other permit requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with project management software and tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing comprehensive project plans with scope, timeline, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager to define goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Facilitate communication among team members, stakeholders, and agencies.
• Schedule and lead regular project meetings and review progress.
• Monitor resource utilization and assist in budgeting and reporting.
• Maintain project documentation and prepare progress reports for leadership.
• Identify risks and assist in risk mitigation and contingency planning.
• Support quality control and ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and track permits and approvals as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Permitting experience

PM software

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Sendero Industries is a full-service civil contractor headquartered in Houston, Texas specializing in site preparation, earthwork, drainage and utilities for private and public projects throughout the Gulf Coast. We have a 24-year history of successful projects for leading developers, civil engineers and general contractors. We’re known for our reliability, our understanding of what makes a successful project and our commitment to total satisfaction.

Job Summary: The Assistant Project Manager will support our Project Managers in overseeing our construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the determined budget, timeline, and quality standards. You will be an essential part of the team and work closely with the Project Manager to ensure the project runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning

• Assist in developing comprehensive project plans, including scope, timeline, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to define project goals, deliverables, and success criteria.

Coordination and Communication

• Facilitate communication among project team members, stakeholders, and other relevant parties.
• Schedule and lead regular project meetings to review progress, address issues, and ensure alignment with project objectives.

Resource Management

• Assist in resource allocation, ensuring that team members have the necessary tools and support to fulfill their roles.
• Monitor and track project resource utilization to optimize efficiency.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, project schedules, and status reports.
• Prepare regular progress reports for project stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and assess potential risks to project success.
• Work with the Project Manager to develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Quality Control

• Monitor project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members to address and rectify any deviations from project requirements.

Budget Oversight

• Assist in managing project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
• Report on budget status and variances for the Project Manager.

Client Relations

• Maintain positive relationships with clients by addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients in the absence of the Project Manager.
• Prepare, submit, and track required project permits and approvals.
• Coordinate with applicable agencies to address permit requirements and maintain project

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a construction-related field
• Experience with construction permitting, including preparing, submitting, tracking, and obtaining required permits and approvals
• Familiarity working with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and other applicable agencies to satisfy permit requirements
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with project management software and tools
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organizational needs and at the discretion of management.

Sendero Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.