Assistant Project Manager

Parkway Construction; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkway Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project teams from the home office. The role focuses on administrative tasks within Project Management to help keep projects on time and under budget, using Viewpoint, P6, BIM, and Procore.

The candidate will work closely with the PM to manage schedules, subcontracts, RFIs, submittals, and closeout documentation, ensuring high quality construction documents are followed and client requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 2 years of experience in construction or project planning.

Responsibilities

• Update schedule weekly with PM, Superintendent, and Scheduler.
• Print-off reports for PM and submit invoices to accounting after PM approval.
• Enter owner draw information and update Viewpoint and client documents as directed by PM.
• Set up and manage subcontractors in Viewpoint; ensure subcontracts are returned and signed.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

2 years experience in construction or project planning

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Project Manager

Location

Lewisville, Texas

Department

Operations Business Unit

Reports To

Project Manager or Senior Project Manager

Job Overview

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is a developmental role which is based in the home office and provides support to project teams. The APM will focus on the administrative responsibilities within Project Management. The duties and tasks will be assigned and directed by the Project Manager (PM). The goal will be to provide the necessary support to the PM(s) and ensure each project is built on time, under budget, and per construction documents (high quality). The APM should expect spending a significant amount of time in Viewpoint (Parkway’s accounting and management software), P6, BIM, and Procore.

Responsibilities

Job Schedules

• Update schedule weekly with PM, Superintendent, and at times, Scheduler.
• Participate in weekly meeting with PM and Superintendent to review schedules for accuracy.

Budgets / Draws

• Print-off reports for PM.
• Submit invoices to accounting, once approved by PM.
• Enter owner draw information, as directed by PM, into Viewpoint and complete all client specific documents.
• Confirm suppliers for subcontractor draws.
• Follow-up with accounting to resolve problems such as incomplete draw worksheets and/or late invoices.
• Work closely with accounting to ensure owner funding, subcontractor payment, and supplier lien waivers are accurate and timely. Notify PM when projects are funded.

Purchase Orders

• Enter all purchase orders into Viewpoint, as approved by the PM.
• Verify that Superintendent’s purchase orders do not exceed the project budget.
• Ensure all purchase orders are coded and entered to the correct Phase Code.

Subcontracts

• Set-up “new” subcontractors in Viewpoint.
• Send out subcontracts via Viewpoint.
• Follow-up to ensure subcontracts are returned & signed.
• APM can write a contract under the guidance of the PM, in situations where additional support is needed.

Subcontractor Setup

• Request any additional information from subcontractors and vendors needed to be set up in Viewpoint.
• Help with tracking and verification of the correct insurance coverage and W-9.

Change Orders

• Enter change order into Viewpoint.
• Work with subcontractor for any additional documentation or pricing break-outs.
• Contact suppliers and vendors to confirm unit prices are accurate.
• Ensure change orders are signed and recorded in Viewpoint.
• Complete client specific change order documents.
• Confirm that progress payments reflect approved owner change orders.

Submittals / RFIs

• Update Submittal Log weekly with PM.
• Communicate Submittal Log to PM and Architect, as needed.
• Support PM in procuring time critical submittals or shop drawings.
• Record submittals in Owner and Operation Manuals.
• Procure additional documents, data, pictures, etc. for RFIs.

Project Closeout

• Complete a close-out form and subcontractor evaluation for the project.
• Obtain warranties.
• Prepare O&M Books for owner.
• Verify Subcontractor Close-out Forms are returned and signed.
• Turn in close-out forms to accounting.
• Assist Superintendent to meet owner specific requirements for turnover.

Estimating

• Attend Pre-bid Meetings.
• Identify and contact new subcontractors to bid.
• Follow-up with subcontractors on bids and questions.
• Contact subcontractors with bid results.
• Communicate specific questions relating to plans and specifications to the PM and Estimating Department.
• Attend bid, as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assume additional responsibilities and additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Qualifications

Education & Training

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 2 years of experience in construction or project planning.

Knowledge & Experience

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control.

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional time management abilities, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging effectively in person, over the phone, and in writing with colleagues, management, clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders in a courteous and professional manner.
• Collaborative approach to working with clients and internal teams to achieve results within established deadlines.
• Demonstrated client-facing and teamwork skills, fostering positive relationships and effective collaboration.
• Excellent analytical and reasoning abilities, enabling informed decision-making and problem-solving.
• High organizational skills to efficiently manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proven ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Strong follow-through skills, with a commitment to ensuring tasks are completed effectively.
• Keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Proof of auto insurance as a covered driver.
• Commitment to wearing protective safety gear for prevention of injury on the job site.

EEO Statement

Parkway Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, leave of absence, and compensation. Parkway makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.