Assistant Project Manager - Construction

Hire Our Heroes Veteran Job Board; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focuses on construction management is seeking an Assistant Project Manager. This role involves supporting Project Managers with project timelines, budget tracking, and documentation, ensuring the smooth execution of construction projects. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and project management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong project management skills and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in constructing projects within time and budget.
• Review and process all submittals.
• Prepare monthly job cost forecasts and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Budgeting

Scheduling

Estimating

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Equivalent experience in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Job Description

Position Status: Full Time

Employee Classification: Administrative

Regular Work Hours: 9-10 hour shift typically

Accountable to: Operations Manager

Position Overview

The overall responsibility is to assist Project Managers in constructing projects within the established time and budget, following all company policies and procedures.

Overview of Responsibilities

• Maintain a sense of urgency.
• Maintain a positive attitude: Approach tasks with optimism.
• Follow project start-up checklists.
• Follow company standard filing system.
• Assist in reviewing and processing all submittals.
• Assist in pricing and processing proposal requests.
• Assist in preparing prime change orders and submit to Operations for review.
• Assist in preparing subcontractor change orders (Prime first, Sub second).
• Review, critique, and process superintendent weekly schedules.
• Assist and/or process applications for payment as required.
• Lead or assist in subcontractor preconstruction meetings.
• Coordinate and attend OAC meetings.
• Prepare meeting minutes from each meeting.
• Review weekly job cost reports for overruns and correct issues.
• Assist in preparing monthly job cost forecasts.
• Prepare timely, accurate reports as needed.
• Assist in reviewing and approving small bills and invoices.
• Document cost and plan changes accurately.
• Coordinate the RFI process between field and architect.
• Support jobsite safety initiatives and coordinate with Safety consultants.
• Update schedules as needed.
• Visit job sites as necessary.
• Perform estimating duties as needed.
• Support pre-construction activities.
• Participate in project interviews and RFPs with potential clients.
• Engage with civic organizations regularly.
• Assist superintendents in the field.
• Complete punch lists as needed.
• Perform self-performed work as required.
• Assist in estimating and bidding projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership ability from project start to finish.
• Proven success in project management.
• Ability to set up projects effectively.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, and project tracking.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and relationship skills with field personnel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Construction Management degree or similar; proficient in computer skills; strong communication; experience in project management; basic estimating; supervisory skills.

Characteristics

Disciplined, dedicated, motivated, problem solver, detail-oriented, people-oriented, team player, customer-focused, community-involved, self-starter, sense of urgency.

Company Overview

Harmon Construction has been providing construction management, design-build, and general contracting services for 37 years, specializing in commercial, industrial, healthcare, senior living, and faith-based projects. Headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, we serve the Kansas City metro and surrounding areas, emphasizing relationships and delivering on promises.