Associate Project Manager

Fabcon; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon is seeking candidates for a developmental program that prepares future Project Managers through mentoring and hands-on experience in real projects. The role involves supporting the PM group with daily tasks, coordinating with field teams, and learning to manage timelines, submittals, and change orders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, shows leadership and teamwork, and has strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong leadership, organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Customer service focus with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills; Word, Excel and Outlook.
• An understanding of construction with the ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Management group with daily activities including kickoff prep, project cost meetings and planning.
• Manage a light project workload under supervision of PM managers.
• Coordinate field repairs with internal departments and customers.
• Review revised drawings and scope changes for change orders.
• Visit project sites to review status and communicate Fabcon Field process.
• Attend project site meetings as necessary.
• Shadow project managers in contract review and negotiation.
• Attend scheduling meetings and maintain project timelines.
• Review specifications and coordinate submittal requirements.
• Coordinate drawing process with customers (OFA/FE/DMLO approvals).
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and develop subcontractor base.
• Coordinate closing out projects (collections, punch-lists, contracts).
• Track activities on projects to completion with the '10 and out' plan.
• Follow up on materials needed for completion and subcontractors.
• Review OFA drawings for scope compliance with kickoff.
• Prepare EACs for timely loading of bids.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational

Teamwork

Communication

Customer Service

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Purpose/Scope

This position serves as a developmental program for future Project Managers, providing the necessary training and experience to fill a Project Manager role through mentoring and practical experience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist Project Management group with daily activities including, but not limited to, preparation for kickoff meetings, project cost meetings and field planning (meetings, planning sheets, checklists, maps)
• Manage a light project workload under close supervision of Manager of Project Management Services and other project managers as assigned
• Assist in the coordination of field repairs with internal departments and customer as required
• Review revised drawings, NOC’s for scope changes in preparation for change orders
• Visit project sites prior to erection to review status, concerns and communicate Fabcon Field process to the customer
• Attend project site meetings as necessary
• Shadow project managers in review and negotiation of contracts
• Attend scheduling meetings and maintain project timelines as required
• Assist in review of specifications and coordination of submittal requirements
• Assist in coordination of the drawing process with customers (OFA, FE and DMLO approvals)
• Assist in obtaining quotes from subcontractors and the development of the subcontractor base
• Assist in coordination of closing out projects both in collections, punch-lists and documents required by contracts
• Assist in handling “10 and out” plan, tracking activities on projects to completion
• Following up on materials needed for completion and subcontractors as required
• Review OFA drawings for compliance with scope outlined in kickoff
• Assist in preparation of EAC’s for timely loading of bids

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Other Required Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organizational and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Customer Service focus with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good computer skills; Word, Excel and Outlook
• An understanding of construction with the ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction industry

Physical Requirements

• Office: Move 25 lbs (reasonable accommodations will be provided) and work with a computer for extended periods
• Travel: Some travel by car and/or airplane may be required

Work Environment

Office: Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting