Emerging Construction PM: Lead Projects & Mentorship

Mortenson Construction; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson Construction seeks an Assistant Project Manager to partner with the project manager from bid prep through client acceptance. Lead and coach project team members, manage budgets, and coordinate subcontractors on complex projects.

Responsibilities include cost control, scheduling, proposal drafting, and contract administration. Travel up to 100% and mentorship of engineers are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent construction management education.
• Minimum five years of related previous experience.
• Detail orientation to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret Mortenson policies and provide coaching.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost control and financial management for projects.
• Coordinate scopes of work with Preconstruction and schedule.
• Draft client proposals and manage contracts.
• Lead subcontractor buyout and coordination meetings.
• Provide direction to project team for safe, timely completion.
• Mentor Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s) and manage performance.
• Travel up to 100% as required.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget management

Communication

Leadership coaching

Detail orientation

Travel readiness

Client liaison

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Mortenson Construction seeks an Assistant Project Manager to partner with the project manager from bid prep through client acceptance. Lead and coach project team members, manage budgets, and coordinate subcontractors on complex projects.

Responsibilities include cost control, scheduling, proposal drafting, and contract administration. Travel up to 100% and mentorship of engineers are key aspects of the role.