Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Commercial Construction

KLM Careers; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Rochester is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Mechanical Commercial Construction. The ideal candidate will provide project management support throughout the HVAC construction phases, ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing documentation. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in the construction industry. Strong communication and understanding of mechanical systems are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the building & construction industry.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Proven ability to read and comprehend construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management support during HVAC construction.
• Manage Safety Compliance and foster a culture of safety.
• Document control and organization of contract documents.
• Assist in drafting and tracking RFIs.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure safety requirements are met.

Skills

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to read construction documents

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction, or related field

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Commercial Construction

Job Openings Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Commercial Construction

About the job Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Commercial Construction

Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical Commercial Construction

• As an Assistant Project Manager, you will provide project management support during all phases of HVAC construction to ensure project standards, budget, deadlines, and communications are maintained. Manage Safety Compliance and foster a culture of safety.
• Document Control
• Review, organize, and distribute Contract Documents (drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, Construction Bulletins, etc.) and shop drawings/submittals to appropriate team members (e.g., Harris project team, subcontractors, fab shop, and vendors).
• Distribute and log all of the above activities for the team.
• Assist in drafting, submitting, and tracking RFIs and their corresponding responses.
• Attend field coordination meetings & distribute meeting notes
• Assist in the administration of the project-specific quality control program and compile documentation.
• Administer/update progress drawings and as-built drawings.
• Administer project closeout documentation, including Operation and Maintenance manuals, startup reports, owner training, and punch lists.
• Scope of Work Support
• Assist in the identification, tracking, and reporting of changes to the original scope of work.
• Procurement Support
• Assist in the management and tracking of tool and equipment rentals.
• Order Equipment and coordinate shipping schedules with the Purchasing Department.
• Safety compliance
• Perform site walkthroughs and inspections
• Assist in site safety compliance
• Ensure all safety requirements are met - this includes site-specific safety plans, audits, toolbox talks, pre-task planning, and being proficient in using Industry Safe.
• Coordinate with suppliers/vendors to estimate projects
• Attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover, and preplanning meetings as required.
• Assist in producing and populating letters of scope/proposal.
• Job Costing and Labor Tracking/Productivity
• Assist the project manager and the field foreman in tracking labor productivity in the accounting software.

What we're looking for in you:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of knowledge/experience in the building & construction industry
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles
• Understanding of business administration and management principles
• Must have strong interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication while working in a team environment
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Companies ATS Questions):

1. Do you 2+ years of knowledge or experience in the building and construction industry

2. .Do you have Strong Understanding of mechanical systems

3. Do you Proven ability to read and comprehend construction documents

4. B.achelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction, or related field - Nice to Have:

5. Strong interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication - Nice to Have:

6. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles

7. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.