Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager

HITT Contracting Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting is seeking an entry- to mid-level Assistant Project Manager to join our Dallas team. The role involves obtaining and coordinating information to keep projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality.

You will work closely with the project team to protect client and business interests while developing leadership skills. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of commercial construction experience, a strong eye for detail, and proficiency with MS Office, ProCore, Adobe,

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a four-year degree in construction, engineering or business strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, additional relevant work experience is acceptable.
• 2–5 years in commercial construction with a GC is preferred.
• Prior on-site construction experience is highly desirable.
• Passion for construction and quality work; strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to use MS Office, ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam and JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Support budget creation and management for assigned projects.
• Assist in scheduling, milestones, and owner reporting.
• Prepare pre-construction RFP packages.
• Help conduct project meetings and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and pay applications processes.
• Collaborate with superintendents and site operations teams throughout the project life cycle.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Budget management

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

ProCore

Adobe

BlueBeam

JD Edwards

Job description

NEW Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.
Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager
Job Description:
An Assistant Project Manager (APM) obtains, evaluates, coordinates and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct projects on time, within budget and to the quality specified. The APM is responsible to protect and promote the interest of both the business and client in all matters as well as demonstrate the personal characteristics of a beginner-level leader. While learning paths, growth and promotional opportunity vary, most team members are APMs for two to six years.
Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to HITT's standards of safety
  
• Ensure that required documentation is filed
  
• Assist in creating and managing project budget for all assigned projects
  
• Develop pre-construction RFP package
  
• Assist in conducting project meetings, setting milestones and formulating monthly owner report
  
• Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, and pay applications) including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change orders
  
• Update project schedule; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics
  
• Assist in managing the closeout process
  
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred
  
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable
  
• 2-5 years' experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
  
• Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred
  
• Passion for construction and our industry; ability to recognize and seek quality
  
• Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD Edwards
  
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
  
  • Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
    
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
    
  • Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
    
  • Organize and manage tasks and priorities
    
  • Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT's core values
    
  • Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement
    
  • Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods
    
  • Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
    
  • Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
    
  • Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others
    

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

NEW Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.
Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager
Job Description:
An Assistant Project Manager (APM) obtains, evaluates, coordinates and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct projects on time, within budget and to the quality specified. The APM is responsible to protect and promote the interest of both the business and client in all matters as well as demonstrate the personal characteristics of a beginner-level leader. While learning paths, growth and promotional opportunity vary, most team members are APMs for two to six years.
Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to HITT's standards of safety
  
• Ensure that required documentation is filed
  
• Assist in creating and managing project budget for all assigned projects
  
• Develop pre-construction RFP package
  
• Assist in conducting project meetings, setting milestones and formulating monthly owner report
  
• Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, and pay applications) including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change orders
  
• Update project schedule; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics
  
• Assist in managing the closeout process
  
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred
  
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable
  
• 2-5 years' experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
  
• Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred
  
• Passion for construction and our industry; ability to recognize and seek quality
  
• Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD Edwards
  
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
  
  • Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
    
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
    
  • Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
    
  • Organize and manage tasks and priorities
    
  • Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT's core values
    
  • Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement
    
  • Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods
    
  • Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
    
  • Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
    
  • Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others
    

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Location/Region: Dallas, Texas