Project Assistant Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Assistant Manager to work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely, quality and successful completion of a construction project.

The role combines project engineering with people and cost management and may involve leading engineers/interns on large segments. The candidate will collaborate with on-site teams, develop schedules and cost controls, and support project closeout efforts while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years' construction experience on relevant projects.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Experience in managing field staff and building relationships with owners.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in establishing the project chart of accounts, developing the CPM schedule, developing subcontracts and purchase orders and producing a responsibility listing for entire project staff.
• Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent and leadership and training to the project staff and engineers.
• Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applications, and, if applicable, claims.
• Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing labor costs and completing quarterly profit project records.
• Assist in establishing, maintaining and leading the on-site Total Quality Management process.
• Manage the preparation and executing of the Project closeout process.
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Assistant Manager position combines the principles of a Project Engineer and incorporates people and cost management. On a daily basis you will work closely with your Project Manager to ensure timely, quality and successful completion of a project. You may be solely responsible for a large segment of a project, and/or have Engineers/Interns reporting to you. This position is the next step in developing an employees managerial and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Project Manager in establishing the project chart of accounts, developing and updating the CPM construction schedule, developing subcontracts and purchase orders and producing a responsibility listing for entire project staff
• Provide administrative supportto the Project Superintendent and leadership and training to the project staff and engineers
• Track, review and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applicationsand, if applicable, claims
• Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing the labor costs and completing quarterly profit project records
• Assist in establishing, maintaining and leading the on-site Total Quality Management process
• Manage the preparation and executing of the Project closeout process
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field required
• Minimum of 3 years' construction experience on relevant projects
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Experience in managing field staff and building relationships with owners
• Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated track record of jobsite safety excellence

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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