Assistant Project Manager - Millwork

USA Millwork; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

USAM-DC in Manassas, VA is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the management of variably sized millwork construction projects from inception to completion. You will assist Senior Project Managers by reviewing shop drawings, architectural plans, and equipment sheets, and by coordinating with production and field teams.

The role emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills, with opportunities to grow in a high-end architectural millwork environment on a team-based,

Qualifications

• BS or higher in construction-related field is preferred; willingness to learn on the job.
• Solid understanding of architectural drawings and construction documents.
• Strong time and project management skills; excellent communication abilities.
• Familiarity with common office software (MS Office) and digital drawing tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor projects to meet client expectations and on-time delivery.
• Serve as a liaison among production, general contractors, designers, and end users.
• Perform site visits and connect customer needs with production.
• Review construction documents and contracts; coordinate multiple jobs at varying stages.
• Understand P&L concepts and assist with financial reviews; order materials as needed.
• Create sample packages for customers and support the Senior Project Manager and team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Architectural drawings proficiency

Time and project management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Office Suite

Job description

USAM-DC, a high-end architectural millwork, is looking for an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to join our team. This position will provide the opportunity to learn how to successfully manage variably sized millwork construction projects from inception to completion; and assist the Senior Project Mangers and Project Managers with the following job functions: review all documents related to multiple millwork projects including; approved shop drawings, architectural plans and specifications, equipment cut sheets, product fact sheet for material handling and fabrication; and review drawings with field conditions, adding notes as needed for production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and monitoring of projects to ensure customers’ expectations are met and that the product is delivered on time.
• Communicator between in-house production and the general contractor, the designers and the end user on projects to ensure success.
• Perform job site visits and act as a liaison between the customer and production.
• Reviews and gain an understanding of construction documents and contacts.
• Coordinate multiple jobs in various stages of construction.
• Gain an understanding of P&Ls and reviews reports with financial responsibility of the project.Order material for jobs as needed.
• Create sample packages to supply customers as needed.
• Mentored directly by Senior Project Manager & Project Management team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Preferred Education and Skills (in addition to the required):

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Wood Technology, or related
• Experience working in the construction or commercial architectural millwork industry
• Familiarity with AWI (Architectural Woodwork Institute) standards
• Familiarity with Bluebeam

Required Education and Skills:

• High school diploma or GED
• Understanding of architectural drawings
• Strong desire to develop a career in the Architectural Millwork industry
• Ability to follow instructions and take initiative when necessary
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with the MS Office Suite programs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a both an office environment and on or near the shop floor where there may be moving mechanical parts with occasional exposure to the risk of electrical shock, outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally high.

TRAVEL:

• Minimal travel is required for this position.

USAM DC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Veterans, Females, Minorities, and Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.