Junior Construction Project Manager — AutoCAD & PM Support

Miller Valentine Construction; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Valentine Construction is seeking a capable professional to assist in the administrative and technical direction of construction projects. You will support the Superintendent with guidance, contribute to design and estimate work, and participate in bidding and procurement activities.

The role requires proficiency in Excel, Word, MS Project, AutoCAD, Viewpoint, and Procore, plus strong communication and teamwork skills for coordinating with stakeholders and keeping projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree in Engineering, Construction, or Architecture or equivalent experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, estimating and project management utilizing cost accounting software (Viewpoint preferred) and Procore.
• Capable of training and advising others effectively.
• Quick to grasp new systems, processes, or market sectors.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in strategy sessions for projects, offering insights and aiding in strategic planning processes.
• Create conceptual designs using AutoCAD to visualize project concepts and requirements effectively.
• Support in creating estimates, conducting quantity takeoffs, bid solicitations, and comparisons for informed decision-making.
• Aid in establishing and maintaining project schedules using Microsoft Project for efficient time management.
• Assist in generating and managing billings, cost projections, contracts, and purchase orders in Viewpoint for financial accuracy.
• Collaborate on scope change estimates and assist in developing bid forms, scopes of work, specifications, and subcontracts.
• Participate in shop drawing review, submittal tracking in Procore, and RFI generation for streamlined project processes.
• Maintain project files, drawings, and documentation to ensure organizational efficiency and accessibility.
• Support in managing design and project issues to resolution, ensuring project continuity.
• Help create meeting notes and agendas, facilitating effective communication within the project team.
• Assist the Project Team with project execution tasks to meet project milestones effectively.
• Support in coordinating and facilitating subcontractor project meetings for collaboration and progress.
• Maintain regular communication with various project stakeholders on a day-to-day basis to address project-related issues.
• Aid in creating Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals and As-Built drawings for comprehensive project documentation.
• Assist in optimizing the project team's time allocation and contribute to identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, assisting in project coordination and task prioritization.

Skills

Excel

Word

Microsoft Project

Project management

Education

4-year degree in Engineering, Construction, or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Viewpoint

Procore

Job description

Miller Valentine Construction is seeking a capable professional to assist in the administrative and technical direction of construction projects. You will support the Superintendent with guidance, contribute to design and estimate work, and participate in bidding and procurement activities.

The role requires proficiency in Excel, Word, MS Project, AutoCAD, Viewpoint, and Procore, plus strong communication and teamwork skills for coordinating with stakeholders and keeping projects on schedule.