Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater - RALEIGH/DURHAM

Harper General Contractors; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer to join their team in Raleigh/Durham. This role involves supporting project managers and superintendents in managing various construction projects while promoting safety and quality. You will be responsible for procurement, documentation, and cost analysis, ensuring project profitability. The company values community involvement and offers competitive benefits along with growth opportunities. If you are passionate about construction and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

401(k)

Growth opportunities

Community involvement

Team events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 3+ years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing, scheduling, and purchasing for construction projects.
• Support safety and quality standards on project sites.
• Coordinate with trade partners and manage project documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater - RALEIGH/DURHAM role at Harper General Contractors.

Assist Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and other personnel in managing, scheduling, and purchasing for various types of construction projects. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Understanding, supporting, and adhering to Harper safety requirements; observing and correcting violations on project sites.
• Planning work and purchasing materials with safety in mind.
• Assisting Project Manager with daily project duties, expediting material procurement, approval, and delivery.
• Preparing and tracking submittals, obtaining material certifications, and assisting with billing.
• Ordering materials, maintaining project files, and assisting in change order documentation.
• Analyzing costs for extra work and coordinating with subcontractors.
• Building positive relationships with subcontractors and pursuing fair compensation for scope changes.

Division: Environmental Systems

FLSA Classification: Salary, Exempt

Learn more about us at: https://vimeo.com/242609377

Company Mission Statement: To build up our communities, our clients, and each other by building trust in everything we do.

Summary/Objective: Join our team to promote safety, quality, and schedule adherence while ensuring project profitability.

Essential Functions

• Support and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Correct violations and purchase materials safely and efficiently.
• Assist with daily project duties, procurement, documentation, and cost analysis.
• Coordinate with trade partners and manage project documentation.

Competencies

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, supervisory, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, 401(k), growth opportunities, community involvement, and team events.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise project team including superintendents, engineers, and estimators.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work on construction sites with exposure to weather, climbing, lifting, and other physical activities.
• Travel to multiple sites as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Engineering, Business, Computer Science).
• At least three years of related experience preferred.

Additional details: Authorized to work in the U.S., duties may change as needed.