Assistant Project Manager (Howard S. Wright)

Balfour Beatty US; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Seattle, WA, to assist in managing all administrative and technical requirements for construction projects. This role involves project financial responsibilities, ensuring timely and quality project completion, and supporting the Project Manager in meeting customer expectations.

With a focus on safety and innovation, successful candidates should have 4-7 years of experience and a BS in a relevant field. The pay range is $110,000 - $130,000.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of experience in leadership positions on projects of various sizes preferred.
• 1–2 years in preconstruction preferred.
• Demonstrates leadership skills with ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in managing administrative and technical project requirements.
• Conduct project financial responsibilities and manage project budgets.
• Build effective relationships with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Howard S. Wright, a Balfour Beatty Company, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in Seattle, WA. This person will be 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. 30 hours of OSHA training once every four years.

Essential Functions

Project Financial Responsibilities

• Assists Project Manager to determine resources needed – people, tools, equipment, materials and internal services for each project. Collaborate with Project Manager to decide how and when those needs will be met and by whom.

Preconstruction Services

• Assists with Preconstruction Services to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in assigned projects.
• Assists Project Manager with construction schedule and an organization and responsibilities matrix at the start of each project.
• Assists with creating and managing project budgets.
• Assists in preparing bid packages and subcontract scopes of work; set up subcontractor pre‑work meeting, keep minutes and follow up.
• Complies with requirements of owner contracts (such as bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs).

Project Start‑up and Scheduling

• Assists Project Manager in defining responsibilities for processing submittals including taking ownership of more difficult trades in cases of limited staff.
• Confirms all required paperwork from subcontractors and suppliers is completed at appropriately designated times before and during the project.
• Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary.
• Ensures project site and company assets are secure, and maintain a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing safety, EEO, risk management, training, and quality control programs. Assists in implementing and facilitating project specific SAP.
• Communicates with all suppliers and subcontractors to ensure they understand performance standards related to predetermined schedules or plans and specifications. If performance problems occur, coordinate with the Project Manager regarding the appropriate actions to take with the subcontractor.

Project Administration, Operations, Coordination and Close‑out

• Attend all mandatory periodic planning, progress, and close‑out meetings with project staff and other key people on project concerns, problems, and unexpected situations that may arise with subcontractors, suppliers, customer changes, etc.
• Compare progress to schedule, compare actual versus estimated cost, check compliance with plans and specifications, review any problems, and verify the quality of work being performed meets contract specifications and Balfour Beatty Construction guidelines.
• Complete a time impact analysis for each change proposal for submittal to the owner; coordinate with Project Manager and Scheduling Director.
• Manage the project closeout process to settle all financial obligations, demobilize all resources, and transition the project to the customer.

Promote Customer Relations

• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meet or exceed the customer’s expectations.
• Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.

Education & Experience

• BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus 4 to 7 years of experience in leadership positions on projects of various sizes preferred, or a minimum of 8 years of field experience in leading construction projects of various sizes; 1–2 years in preconstruction preferred.
• New hires are required to sign up for OSHA courses and complete them within the first six months of employment.
• Prioritizes and delegates multiple responsibilities to others.
• Supervises and develops direct reports to assess and build talent.
• Demonstrates leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, solve problems, motivate others, and sell new business.
• Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).

Pay range: $110,000 - $130,000

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.