Assistant Project Manager- Industrial (Traveling)

Weitz; Council Hill (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employer-Paid Disability Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Industrial team in Council Hill, Oklahoma. The APM supports profitably managing all administrative and field construction activities on assigned projects and typically reports to the Project Manager; some travel is required.

This role requires a relevant college degree and 2–5 years of construction project management experience, with a focus on LEAN principles and safety.

Qualifications

• Industry-related college degree required or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of construction project management experience.
• LEAN principles desirable; OSHA 10 or 30 preferred or willingness to obtain on hire.

Responsibilities

• Profitably manages small projects or assists on larger ones.
• Assists with creating/updating the project schedule.
• Negotiate and issue subcontract and vendor change orders.
• Prices and negotiates owner change orders.
• Approves subcontractor and vendor pay applications.
• Assists in preconstruction and buy-out processes.
• Drafts scopes of work for subcontracts/purchase orders.
• Assists in project plan preparation and updates.
• Monitors deliveries and schedule impacts.
• Ensures subcontracts/ amendments are issued and followed.
• Understands contract terms and scope.
• Resolves issues with subcontractors/vendors/architects/owners.
• Contributes to on-time completion with profitability.
• Oversees RFI process; coordinates with team; verifies impacts/pricing.
• Completes monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings, and risk assessments.
• Assists with project proposals/presentations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Project management

Construction knowledge

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Adaptable

Problem solving

Analytical abilities

Education

Industry-related college degree

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

JDE

Procore

Bluebeam

Asta

Job description

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships make The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to join our Industrial team! The first project assignment location will be Council Hill, OK.

The Assistant Project Manager assists in profitably managing all administrative and field construction activities related to assigned projects. The APM typically reports to the Project Manager. Must be open to some travel.

What You'll Do:

• Profitably manages a small project individually, or a larger project with a Project Manager’s oversight
• Assists with creating and updating the project schedule
• Negotiates, issues and executes subcontract and vendor change orders within delegated authority
• Prices and negotiates owner change orders within delegated authority
• Approves subcontractor and vendor pay applications
• Assists in the preconstruction and buy-out processes
• Drafts accurate scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
• Assists in the preparation and implementation of the project plan and updates
• Monitors material and equipment deliveries/shipping commitments to ensure project team is aware of status and potential project schedule impacts
• Ensures subcontract agreements and amendments are issued and follow up if necessary
• Understands contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope
• Assists in the resolution of issues with subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners
• Contributes to ensuring project completion is on time or ahead of schedule and with the expected level of profitability
• Oversees RFI process if necessary; coordinates with project team; verifies impact and pricing
• Completes monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments
• Assists with project proposals and presentations as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Education: An industry-related college degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience:2-5 years of construction project management experience is required. LEAN principles experience is desirable. OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Skills: Attention to detail, time management, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, decision-making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable, problem solving, personal initiative and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for an Assistant Project Manager.
• Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. Employee should have the ability to learn other software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta). Training will be provided on company standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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