Assistant Project Manager- Industrial (Traveling)

Weitz; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits

401K with Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Industrial team, with the first assignment in Council Hill, OK. You will support profitably managing administrative and field activities, reporting to the Project Manager, and travel as needed.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in construction project management, strong communication and leadership skills, and familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, and related tools. This role offers competitive pay and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Profitably manages small projects or assists a Project Manager on larger ones.
• Assists with creating and updating project schedules.
• Negotiate and issue subcontract and vendor change orders within authority.
• Price owner change orders within delegated authority.
• Approve subcontractor and vendor pay applications.
• Assist in preconstruction and buy-out processes.
• Draft scopes of work for subcontracts/purchase orders.
• Assist in project plan prep and updates.
• Monitor material deliveries and schedule impacts.
• Ensure subcontract agreements are issued and followed.
• Support RFI processes and monthly project status reports.
• Contribute to proposals and presentations as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Project management

Construction knowledge

Problem solving

Analytical abilities

Education

Industry-related college degree

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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