Project Manager - Assistant - Construction

Walbridge; Kentucky; Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager Assistant in the construction sector. This role involves providing administrative and technical direction for large and complex projects, ensuring they are executed safely, on time, and within budget. You will interface with clients and manage project objectives and performance standards. The organization values innovation and offers a supportive environment for career growth. With a legacy of quality and safety, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the construction industry.

Benefits

Career planning and development

Industry-leading training programs

Safe and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• Ability to apply innovative management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical direction for projects.
• Monitor and control construction to ensure project success.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Oversight

Client Development

Estimating

Scheduling

Procurement

Safety Oversight

Cost Monitoring

Education

4-year construction management/engineering degree

Equivalent professional training

Job description

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Working with a Project Manager or a Senior Project Manager, provide administrative and technical direction for one large, complex project or several small and/or medium size projects. Responsibilities to include customer interface, client development, project scoping, estimating, scheduling, procurement, construction oversight, safety oversight, cost and progress monitoring, management and reporting. Living allowance provided - you can live anywhere in the US.

We want you to join our team.

Through industry-leading innovation our company has forged a legacy of quality and safety since our founding in 1916.

What we offer:

• A safe, inclusive environment where employees are valued for their contributions
• Career planning, development & growth
• Industry-leading training programs
  
  

Why Walbridge:

• Large organization with award-winning projects, yet small enough for you to have an impact
• Strong values which are the foundation of our growth for over 100 years
• International, regional and local recognition for stand-out projects, safety, sustainability, culture, wellness and diversity practices
  
  

Responsibilities

Working with the Project Manager / Senior Project Manager:

• Ensure project is constructed safely in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Includes interfacing with client representatives, A/E representatives, subcontractors, end users, security, etc.
• Help establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy. Plan, coordinate and/or supervise activities of all company personnel on assigned project(s).
• Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures. Authorize/approve all project personnel transactions (hiring, transfers, wages, etc.), purchase requisitions, change requests, etc.
• Ensure all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to. Interpret policies as required.
• Assist in maintaining official project log and documentation files. Assist with implementation/interpretation of safety programs. Provide direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering functions as required.
• Assist in managing financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with Client.
  
  

Qualifications

• 4 year construction management /engineering degree or equivalent professional training and experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience and knowledge of related commercial construction experiences.
• Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities is vital; superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential. Must be a business-oriented professional.
  
  

EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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