Assistant Project Manager - Woodridge IL

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Mounds View (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the foodservice sector is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage multiple projects within the construction field. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, along with proficiency in relevant software. Ideal candidates will have a background in foodservice or construction, as the position involves direct interaction with clients and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.

Qualifications

• Three years of foodservice industry or construction project experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel (25-50%).
• Experience in field dimensioning and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage project documentation and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Attend construction meetings and submit weekly reports.
• Instruct trades on-site for mechanical requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Estimating project proposals

Familiarity with blueprints

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree in a related field

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoQuotes

SAP

Job description

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED and three (3) years of foodservice industry experience and/or other construction project experience
• Familiarity with blueprints and construction documents (Bluebeam)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines as well as excellent business written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, ability to learn new software i.e., AutoQuotes, SAP.
• Must be able to estimate new project proposals independently.
• Ability and willingness to travel (25-50%).

Preferred:

• CAD, Revit or ability to hand sketch
• Construction site experience, field dimensioning, reporting, coordination with trades, etc
• College degree in a related field critical item.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Responsible for completing, ordering and filing documents during the onset of each project
• Complies submittal books and owner's manuals for customers, maintain accurate and detailed project files, coordinates and track shipments.
• Track and schedule installation work
• Works closely with Project Management/Installation Management, General Contractors and Sub-Contractors to manage project coordination
• Attends construction meetings as assigned
• Submits weekly reports to Project Managers and Sales Team
• Performs field dimensioning as needed
• Maintains daily contact with Project Team and provides updates on assigned projects
• Maintains positive business relationships with Vendors, Vendor Representatives and Customers
• Escalates any equipment or installation issues in a timely manner
• Assist your team and Project Management with the delivery and installation of hoods, walk-ins and Kitchen Equipment.
• Instructs and monitors trades on-site for proper connection of mechanical requirements
• Works Directly with Project Manager and Site to resolve punch-list resolution, and closeout procedures
• Occasionally asked to be on-site during a turnover for coordination of a projects transition to owners.
• Works directly with FED Corporate team to complete any Accounting/Billing compliance related to a specific project.
• Assists in all other FED sales related activities as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

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