Assistant Project Manager

INTREN, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

INTREN, LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support development and execution of project plans, schedules, and scope, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. Responsibilities include monitoring cost, schedule, changes, safety and quality; coordinating resources; preparing reports; assisting in proposals and change orders; supporting field personnel.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in CM/Engineering, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office and MS Project;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project databases, working files, field binders, field tickets.
• Preparation and generation of routine reports and correspondence; some involvement in preparing more complex reports.
• Provides guidance to field personnel in support of work execution.
• May assist in preparation of proposals, change orders and the estimation process; may manage smaller scale projects including scheduling, ordering material, billing.
• Contacts vendors, researches literature and regulatory requirements.
• May include pricing change orders.
• On larger scale projects, assist as needed and support the Project Manager.
• Other duties as assigned to support the Project Manager

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Analytical thinking

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Education

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

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

MS Project

PowerPoint

Internet Explorer

Job description

Reports To

Project Manager, Senior Project Manager or Regional Director

FLSA Status

Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Assistant Project Manager’s responsibilities will include but may not be limited to: Assist with the development and execution of project plans & schedules to execute scope safely, efficiently, and cost effectively; Monitor project performance (cost, schedule, scope changes, safety, and quality); Identify resource requirements such as manpower and equipment; Ensure all work is planned, including outages, permits, etc. Other duties as required to accomplish the objectives of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain project databases, working files, field binders, field tickets, etc.
• Preparation and generation of routine reports and correspondence; some involvement in preparing more complex reports.
• Provides guidance to field personnel in support of work execution.
• May assist in preparation of proposals, change orders and the estimation process. May calculate and manage smaller scale projects, which would include scheduling, ordering material, billing, etc.
• Contacts vendors, and researches literature and regulatory requirements.
• May include pricing change orders.
• On larger scale projects, the Assistant Project Manager must be capable of stepping in at any point and help with any
• number of tasks.
• May assist in the estimating process.
• Other duties as assigned to support the Project Manager

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and strong computer literacy. Good problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task are essential. Must be a self-starter and have the ability to organize and prioritize work.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Knowledge of advanced functions of Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project, Power Point, and Internet Explorer.
• Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical plans and specifications as they relate to electrical and/or other utility work.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills with great ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication, presentation, and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail required executing tasks.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and possess strong time-management skills.
• Well organized, team player, professional and energetic.

INTREN is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.