Assistant Project Manager

MWH; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Time Off Program

401(k) Plan with matching contributions

Paid Sick and Safe Leave

Paid Parental Leave Program

Job summary

MWH is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to lead engineering and construction efforts on a major wastewater treatment plant project in Tampa, FL. The role involves supporting Project Managers, managing procurement, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and effectively addressing project issues.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 4+ years of relevant experience, and a strong understanding of heavy civil construction. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project engineering or site management in construction.
• Familiarity with contract scoping documents and basic construction principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Assist in contract management and procurement processes.
• Coordinate and assess change orders and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement

Change Management

Scheduling

Quality Management

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the team in engineering, coordination and construction of the civil, architectural and structural packages on a large wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project in Tampa, FL. This position will report directly to the Senior PM. This position is accountable for supporting all aspects of delivery for civil, architectural and structural work that may include procurement, contract management, change management, quality management and general management of other work-related issues. The Assistant PM must ensure work is performed on budget, on schedule and in accordance with the contract documents and other engineering standards.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership and support to the Trade Package Project Managers and Site Superintendents.
• Procurement - Support Project Managers and Contracts Team in the development of trade and equipment procurement documents to ensure all trade contracts, services, and materials to perform specific tasks are secured and available when needed.
• Change Management - Coordinate with PMs and Superintendents to review and evaluate proposed change orders against the contract documents and to assess the validity of the proposed cost estimates for the work. Assist in the management of Time and Materials tickets where required on executed change orders and force account work.
• Scheduling – Support PMs in weekly progress updates with the trade contractors and program schedule team.
• Shop Drawings, RFIs, As-Built Drawings – Coordinate with Project Engineering team to ensure timely processing of submittals and RFIs and accurate maintenance of As-Built drawings for assigned trade packages.
• Issues Management – Attend routine meetings and track critical issues requiring resolution to maintain construction progress. Drive issues to conclusion through active communications with responsible parties.
• Quality – Responsible for understanding quality requirements of assigned trade packages and coordinating with trade contractors and Program Quality team to ensure that quality activities are planned, executed, and documented according to contract requirements.
• Safety - Responsible for the safe conduct of MWH personnel to ensure a zero accident project. Ensure all site personnel meets minimum safety requirements (e.g. training, orientations, tools and equipment).
• Monitor craft compliance with project safety program requirements; document and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science or higher university degree in engineering, construction management or a related degree. An equivalent combination of experience, skills and training may be substituted.
• 4+ years of experience in project engineering, site superintendent or trade package management specifically in heavy civil, structural or buildings construction.
• Familiarity with preparing contract scoping documents, reading contract drawings and specifications, and basic construction principles and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Heavy civil, structural or buildings construction experience of water retaining structures, public water/wastewater infrastructure, or similar industries.
• On-site construction field experience.

Compensation

• The Anticipated budgeted salary for the position is at $100,000 - $130,000 a year, based on experience.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.