Assistant Project Manager, Data Centers

Liberty Companies LLC; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Companies LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager, Mission Critical, based in Marion, Iowa. This role involves overseeing day-to-day project management operations, including tracking contracts and purchase orders, managing communications with subcontractors, and ensuring project compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree, have over 2 years of experience in related fields, and possess strong communication and detail-oriented skills. Join us to contribute to innovative construction solutions with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related Mission Critical experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer.
• Ability to manage and embrace change.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders.
• Price, approve or reject Project Change Orders.
• Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors.
• Assist with Project Schedule Narratives.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer Literate

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline

Job description

Overview

About Liberty

Founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 2007, Liberty offers expertise in a broad array of construction and equipment services nationwide including general requirements, equipment, supply, concrete, special projects, and site access solutions. Our experience, combined with our innovative approach and stellar customer service, ensures a seamless experience —with safety and reliability at the forefront. We’ve built strong relationships with key contractors and clients in every sector, including commercial, residential, healthcare, and higher education.

The Role

The Assistant Project Manager, Mission Critical works with the Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.

Responsibilities

• Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
• Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
• Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
• Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company’s insurance requirements
• Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
• Price and create Proposed Change Orders
• Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
• Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
• Plan revision submissions to municipality
• Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
• Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor’s work and progress.
• Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
• Take Weekly Video and distribute to General Manager
• Create Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner’s and Subcontractors meetings
• Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
• Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
• Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
• Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
• Responsible for creating close-out manuals
• Conducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline
• 2+ years of related Mission Critical experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firm
• The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
• Computer Literate
• Good communication skills
• Accurate with an attention to detail
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

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