Assistant Project Manager - Building

Force Construction Company, Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks an Assistant Project Manager in Columbus, IN. This role involves assisting with project management tasks such as document management, cost estimating, and scheduling while ensuring project quality and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate has a 2-year degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and possesses entry-level knowledge of construction methods and project management software. Applicants should be detail-oriented and able to maintain confidentiality. Company offers a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level knowledge of construction methods, costing, and estimating.
• Ability to use project management software effectively.
• Must maintain confidentiality with all customer and company information.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager with administrative and technical project requirements.
• Prepare estimates and perform quantity take-offs.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Entry-level knowledge of construction methods and materials

Knowledge of project management software

Professional demeanor

Working knowledge of construction operations

Self-motivated with attention to detail

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Ability to work well with others

Education

2-year degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager - Building
Location: Columbus, IN

The Assistant Project Manager, Building Division, is responsible for assisting the Project Manager in analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services and/or ensuring project quality, schedule, cost control, safety and customer satisfaction are met for duration of assigned project.

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Entry-level knowledge of construction methods and materials, costing, scheduling, and estimating.
• Advanced knowledge of, and experience with, construction or project management software.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Working knowledge of construction sequences and field operations.
• Develop, maintain, and foster a positive Company image with customers, potential customers, subcontractors, and suppliers, while maintaining ethical standards.
• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of personal ethics.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word/Microsoft Excel/Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to work well with many positions/co-workers.
• Maintain confidentiality with all customer and company information.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Project Manager in managing all administrative and technical project requirements including document management, bid submittals, RFI’s, contract administration, permits, change order processing, scheduling, purchasing, project budgets, cost coding and resource allocation, and project close-out documentation (As-Built Drawings, O&M Manuals, Warranties, etc.).
• Prepare estimates by performing quantity take-offs and determine scopes of work. Investigate and suggest value engineering and cost-savings options.
• Assist Marketing as requested by participating in Pre-Bid and Bid Review meetings with owners or owner’s representatives. Participate in presentations to clients, if requested.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with owners, customer personnel, subcontractors, vendors, etc. Attend regularly scheduled project progress meetings.
• Work with Project Manager and Superintendent to update the project schedule, assist with conflict resolution, and modify the construction schedule or documents as required.
• Other duties, as required.

Direct Report

• VP, Building Division

Educational Requirements

• A 2-year degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: Some lifting (up to 50 lbs.), keyboarding, writing, and reading.
• Environmental Conditions: Primarily indoor, controlled environment.

How to Apply

Please send your detailed CV to [e-mail]