Assistant Project Manager II - Project Support & Growth

J.A. Watts, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA & FSA

401(k) matching

PTO

Flexible schedules

Tuition assistance

ID Theft protection

Social events

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

J.A. Watts, Inc. in Aurora, CO is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with scheduling, cost controls, reporting, and coordination across transportation, construction, or aviation projects.

You will assist with writing documents, reviewing design plans, managing submittals, tracking progress, and preparing meeting minutes while developing industry knowledge and client relationships.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 2-5 years of experience in engineering, project or construction management; transportation, construction, or aviation industries preferred
• OSHA30 req. Current OSHA30 certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
• Trade skill experience a plus
• Strong interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills
• Effective and timely oral and written communication; proficient electronic communication (email, chat, etc.)
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Support project objectives and performance standards within contract specifications.
• Assist with writing technical documents, testing plans, and proposals.
• Produce and review design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Shadow experienced team members to develop business development skills
• Review contracts and facilitate revisions and additions to agreements
• Work with Project Manager on financial aspects of contracts to protect company interests
• Prepare timesheets and expense reports; monitor progress and scheduling
• Manage design process and ensure compliance with project requirements

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Construction Management / Architecture / Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

MS Project

Excel

MS Office

Job description

J.A. Watts, Inc. in Aurora, CO is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with scheduling, cost controls, reporting, and coordination across transportation, construction, or aviation projects.

You will assist with writing documents, reviewing design plans, managing submittals, tracking progress, and preparing meeting minutes while developing industry knowledge and client relationships.