Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Construction

8 Harris Rochester, Inc.; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 54,019 - 81,029; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Short‑Term Incentive Plan

Job summary

8 Harris Rochester, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to provide project management support during HVAC construction phases in Rochester, Minnesota. Responsibilities include managing safety compliance, document control, and quality control programs, while also facilitating communication among team members.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, a minimum of 2 years of experience in construction, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers competitive benefits including insurance and a 401K match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of knowledge/experience in the building & construction industry.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety compliance and foster a culture of safety.
• Review document control and distribute contract documents.
• Attend field coordination meetings and distribute meeting notes.
• Administer the project-specific quality control program.
• Identify, track, and report changes to the original scope of work.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Construction document reading

Interpersonal skills

Estimating skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will provide project management support during all phases of HVAC construction to ensure project standards, budget, deadlines, and communications are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety compliance and foster a culture of safety.
• Review document control, organize and distribute contract documents (drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, construction bulletins, etc.) and shop drawings/submittals to appropriate team members (Harris project team, subcontractors, fab shop, vendors).
• Distribute and log all document‑related activities for the team.
• Assist in drafting, submitting, and tracking RFIs and their corresponding responses.
• Attend field coordination meetings and distribute meeting notes.
• Administer the project‑specific quality control program and compile documentation.
• Administer/update progress drawings and as‑built drawings.
• Administer project closeout documentation, including operation and maintenance manuals, startup reports, owner training, and punch lists.
• Identify, track, and report changes to the original scope of work.
• Maintain equipment procurement logs and assist in management/tracking of tool and equipment rentals.
• Order equipment and coordinate shipping schedules with the Purchasing Department.
• Perform site walkthroughs and inspections; assist in site safety compliance; ensure all safety requirements are performed, including site‑specific safety plans, audits, toolbox talks, pre‑task planning, and use of IndustrySafe.
• Coordinate with suppliers/vendors to estimate projects; perform basic estimating skills using estimating software; attend pre‑bid, page turn, project turnover, and preplanning meetings as required; assist in populating scope/proposal letter.
• Assist the project manager and field foreman to track labor productivity in accounting software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction, or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of knowledge/experience in the building & construction industry.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles.
• Understanding of business administration and management principles.
• Strong interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication while working in a team environment.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Short‑Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range

Pay Range: $54,019.90–$81,029.85. The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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