Assistant Project Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Washington DC. This role is pivotal in supporting the Project Manager with all aspects of construction projects, ensuring they are completed efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and construction, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations. Join a company that values innovation and safety, and be part of a team that builds the structures and infrastructure that shape our communities. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction office or field experience in relevant roles.
• Direct supervisory experience and project management software knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in managing administrative and technical project requirements.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Administration

Financial Analysis

Customer Relations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Constructware

P6

Timberline

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As an industry leader, Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus

Summary

At Balfour Beatty Construction, we are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Eccles project in Washington DC. This role is responsible for assisting the Project Manager in managing all administrative and technical requirements for construction projects. Assists in all activities related to contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, project financials set-up and updates, and schedule to ensure projects are completed in a quality, profitable, safe, sustainable, and timely manner. Maintain constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer needs and expectations by supporting the Project Manager in all aspects of assigned projects.

Essential Functions

• Preconstruction Coordination
• Project Scheduling
• Project Administration, Operations, and Close-out
• Promote Customer and Community Relations
• Foster Positive Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• At least 5 years of previous construction office or field experience in a Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager role
• 1-year direct supervisory experience
• Experience with project manager software (Constructware, P6, Timberline, etc.)
• Experience with cost projection, financial analysis, budget reviews, labor reports
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar construction application(s)

Preferred Experience

• Scheduling experience and sequencing experience using software applications or Microsoft Excel
• Ground up commercial construction experience.
• Local candidate preferred, but not required.

The base compensation range for the role of Assistant Project Manager in Washington DC posted above is $85,000 to $120,000 annually.

About us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

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