Assistant Project Manager - Glass and Glazing subcontractor

ZipRecruiter; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to effectively assist in managing a variety of construction projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while upholding client satisfaction. A four-year degree in a related field and knowledge of construction processes are essential. You will play a pivotal role in project implementation, ensuring that project goals are met on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in building construction or engineering roles.
• Must express ideas clearly in written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to continuous learning in construction management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing projects including schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate project team activities and communication.
• Prepare project reports for management and clients.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Organizational skills

Education

Four year degree in building construction, engineering, architecture or a related field

Tools

CAD

OSHA 30 hour certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

OVERVIEW

Effectively and efficiently assists in the management of projects including scheduling and installation for storefronts, curtain walls, and windows. Anticipates and reacts to problems to ensure that jobs happen as planned and the clients expectations are met or exceeded.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.

General Skills:

Able to manage competing demands on multiple projects of varying size and complexity while performing in a professional manner and

maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills

Familiarity with the companies processes and procedures and ability to explain them to others

Exhibit a very strong work ethic.

Consistently display and promote a positive attitude.

Project Implementation:

Helps to coordinate activities of the project team

Insure client requirements, program and design are coordinated

Implement and manage project communication, submittals, material deliveries, budgets, schedules

Check engineering work and orders when requested

Set up and manage project implementation meetings and provide timely communications to all parties

Attend site progress meetings and report on status

Assist in project close out process and overall project performance review with estimating department and others

Assist in collection of outstanding receivables as requested

Internal:

Prepares project reports for management, client, or others (including timelines, budgets, or any other reports requested)

Consistently and thoroughly adheres to Standard Operating Procedures

Confers with client to provide technical advice and to resolve problems on site

Confers with Vice President or other senior managers to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority

Confers with Vice President (or President in his absence) to review RFPs, responses and contracts

Marketing and Sales:

Assist in the development of written proposals (review work plan and staffing for each phase of the project)

Maintain client satisfaction

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant PM helps to supervise projects and the direct field labor for that specific project as assign by the operation manager, but does

not have supervisory responsibility over any other employees.

PERFORMANCE METRICS

While subject to change, these metrics will be used in large part to evaluate performance:

Project profitability

Adherence to schedules

Exceptional effort

Consistently positive attitude and willingness to help others as needed

Personal professional development

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below

are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

A four year degree in building construction, engineering, architecture or a related field or higher

A minimum of one year of related experience. CAD ability desired and a plus

Technical expertise related to construction sufficient to ensure success in this position.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development related to our industry

Skills:

The Assistant Project Manager must be able to express ideas and thoughts clearly and effectively in both written and verbal

communication.

Must exhibit good listening and comprehension skills.

Reasoning Ability:

The Assistant Project Manager must be able to collect information, analyze and identify issues quickly and should be able to develop

alternative solutions for the project team and relate their impact on the project schedule or budget.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Assistant Project Managers must have 30 hour OSHA certification and are urged to have experience in CAD and be active in various local

chapters relative to our field and attend seminars and classes to enhance their ability and performance in the field.

Work Environment:

Duties will be carried out both at the client site and at the head office. Personal transportation to the job site is required. The Project

Manager must be able to prioritize and multi task various issues on various accounts. The Project Manager will manage the activities and time required to complete the project satisfactorily.