Assistant Project Manager

The Poole and Kent Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading mechanical contractor in Richmond, VA is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project flows from inception to completion. The candidate should have 3 to 5 years of experience in mechanical or industrial HVAC and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include collaborating on safety, managing documents, and assisting in project accounting. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, ensuring a vibrant work environment focused on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in mechanical, plumbing, or industrial HVAC.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Familiarity with construction contract language and OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in driving project’s flow from inception to completion.
• Ensure documents are centrally saved in the project’s chosen control software.
• Assist project accounting in monthly billings and collections.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lead people and get results through others

Technical skills in project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

About Us

We are one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, including data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

Job Summary

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager, Construction (Mechanical)

Location: Richmond, VA 23227

Reports to: Project Manager

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Work Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Mon. – Fri.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in driving project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion.
• Support the Project Manager, Safety, and field employees in creating, executing, and fostering a safe work environment.
• Review contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover.
• Assist with project document control, including but not limited to, subcontractors\' certificates of insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, correspondence, etc.
• Ensure documents are centrally saved in the project’s chosen document control software.
• Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.
• Assist with schedule of values, or billing format as required by the contract documents.
• Support project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements. Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as directed.
• Request PO’s for major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements and anticipating delivery dates. (Request proper delivery notice at that time.)
• Support in the obtaining and assembly of documentation for the project relating to operation and maintenance manuals.
• Attend all necessary meetings with both internal and external entities to review scheduling and delivery, work plans, job progress, manpower, and solutions to setbacks.
• Support project accounting and/or project management in monthly billings and collections and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with supervisor regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through.)
• Gather information for changes in work/scope and work with the project team, estimating, and downstream clients for pricing. Project Manager will finalize change order pricing. Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice to proceed.
• Assist field personnel in commissioning process and closeout of project.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendation for resolution.
• Ability to meet the project site onboarding requirements as set by the contractual requirements is required.
• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Reliable transportation and an ability to travel to the assigned project site is required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in the mechanical, plumbing, and/or industrial HVAC discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, business administration or related field
• Familiarity with a wide variety of field concepts, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of and ability to apply OSHA safety standards.
• Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms.
• Familiarity with local market is desirable.

Computer Skills

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software.
• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

Required Attributes

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must demonstrate ability to lead people and get results through others.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize and manage multiple tasks and prioritize work.
• Must demonstrate technical skills in project management, quality assurance, and costing.
• Must demonstrate ability to analyze and solve problems on a strategic and tactical level.
• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

Language Skills

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, government agencies, general and subcontractors, and suppliers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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