Assistant Project Manager, Multifamily - Los Alamos, NM

mosscm; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in the administrative and technical management of the wood multifamily project. The role involves assisting in supervising contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling to ensure project success.

The candidate will work closely with subcontractors and vendors, maintain schedules, manage project documentation, and help manage risks and closeout activities while upholding Moss's safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline or 5 years' experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a project engineer or assistant project manager in the construction industry with a general contractor.

Responsibilities

• Contributes preconstruction services by reviewing design documents and identifying long-lead items.
• Assists in project financial tracking, including owner requisitions and change orders.
• Sets up project filing systems, purchasing schedules, and insurance/bond requirements.
• Maintains detailed project schedules, look-ahead schedules, and resource-loaded schedules.
• Manages document control, RFIs, and project meetings; supports field operations and subcontractor coordination.

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, design-build, and public-private partnerships. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the nation's top 65 general contractors, and the #1 ranked solar EPC nationwide. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

Moss' Assistant Project Managers are responsible for assisting the Project Manager in the administrative and technical management of the wood multifamily project. They assist in supervising all activities related to contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contributes preconstruction services by engaging in the following: reviews Design Documents, identifies key Subcontractors, investigates site, analyzes labor markets, identifies long-lead items, develops Bid Packages, participates in pre-bid conferences, develops Project Procedures Manual, and coordinates and obtains permitting
• Contributes to project financial tracking by engaging in the following: approves miscellaneous job expenditures, assists in preparing monthly Owner Requisitions, processes monthly requisitions, manages change order process, assists in Loss-Control Management, administers Owner Purchase Program, manages project assets
• Manages project start-ups by engaging in the following: develops Scopes of Work, sets up filing system, develops Purchasing Schedule, obtains insurance and bonds, establishes Schedule of Project Meetings, develops QC Program, develops Loss Control (Safety) Program, sets up and distributes project directory and mobilizes onto site
• Maintains schedules by engaging in the following: complies with contract requirements, coordinates with corporate scheduling, prepares and distributes detailed Project Schedules, prepares resource loaded Schedules, prepares, and distribute monthly updates, and develops Look-Ahead Schedules
• Manages project administration by engaging in the following: administers document control, administers RFI process, administers critical items list, prepares monthly reports, prepares correspondence, maintains filing system, conducts project meetings, and evaluates and responds to project risks
• Contributes to field operations by engaging in the following: conducts trade preconstruction meetings, coordinates Subcontractors and Vendors, coordinates permit inspections, maintains subcontractor relationships, manages QC Program, manages Loss Control (Safety) Program, manages Shop Drawing process, manages material expediting process, manages daily cleanup, manages rental equipment, performs daily jobsite walk, coordinates specialty inspections, and manages start-up and commissioning of equipment
• Promotes client relations by engaging in the following: interacts regularly with Owner and complies with client's needs
• Manages project closeout and post construction services by engaging in the following: obtains Certificate of Occupancy and other government approvals, submits "As-Built" Drawings, submits Operation Manuals, completes Punch List, coordinates Owner move-in and start-up, finalizes Owner Training Programs, obtains and delivers warranties and transfers attic stock, demobilizes field operations, closes out subcontracts, submits Project History Report, completes Asset Transfer, obtains client referral, archives project records, and administers warranty period services
• Promotes company by engaging in the following: participates in Company-sponsored events, participates in Task Team Committees, participates in industry-related organizations, teaches and/or trains employees, participates in college recruiting and related activities, participates in general recruiting, participates in Company presentations, participates in Project PR events, and seeks positive PR opportunities
• Participates in personal professional development by engaging in the following: participates in training programs, participates in continuing education programs, participates in seminars, and conferences, and participates in professional organizations
• Performs other related duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline or 5 years' experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a project engineer or assistant project manager in the construction industry with a general contractor
• Strong computer skills are a