Project Manager / Assistant Project Manager - Water/Wastewater - Charlotte

ZipRecruiter; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking a Project Manager to provide overall leadership and direction for multiple projects. The role involves managing project schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in project management and a strong understanding of construction processes.

Benefits

Competitive benefit package

401(k)

Career advancement

Team-building events

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Project Manager for at least 2.5 years.
• Ability to manage project schedules and budgets effectively.
• Experience in building projects from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and staff key field positions.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare and maintain accurate forecasts for projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Scheduling

Education

Minimum 5 years of project management experience

OSHA 30-hour certification

Tools

BIM software (Navisworks, BIM Glue)

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Company Mission Statement: To build up our communities, our clients, and each other by building trust in everything we do.

Summary/Objective: Promotes the company mission statement while providing overall leadership, management, and direction to multiple projects. Establishes project objectives and policies, maintains liaison with prime contracts client, and monitors construction, schedule, and financial activities throughout the duration of the construction contract. May be the primary onsite manager on larger, more extensive projects.

Essential Functions:

1. Plan, organize, and staff key field positions through the Safety Coordinator and/or General Superintendent.
2. Create, update, and manage the project schedule.
3. Develop the project budget upon assignment and notification of award.
4. Manage financial aspects of contracts including but not limited to payment, rental equipment, income/expenses to protect the company's interests while maintaining good relationships with clients.
5. Prepare and maintain accurate forecasts at all times.
6. Manage the procurement process including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
7. Provide estimating with actual cost information to enhance and increase the accuracy of future bids.

Competencies:

• Effectively lead the project including:
• Owner
• Designers
• Harper Project Team(s)
• Trade Partners
• Make the call.
• Be flexible and accept change often.
• Be detail-oriented when required.
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Ability to solve complex issues.
• A can-do attitude.
• Read and understand people and their intentions.
• Build relationships with project teammates and trade partners.
• Know how a project goes together better than anyone else and communicate that plan effectively throughout the team.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Work Environment: This position requires working in various construction site conditions and performing physical tasks as assigned. Exposure to weather, heat, etc. is expected.

Physical Demands:

• Inspect ongoing construction activities over the project duration, which may involve walking over varied terrain, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting. Assistance is available for heavier loads.
• Climbing ladders, stairs, and scaffolding is frequently required to inspect work quality and completeness.

Travel Required:

• Travel to multiple job sites, projects, and offices. Little overnight or weekend travel.
• Driving a company vehicle is required; must have a valid license, a satisfactory driving record, and adhere to company policies.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, including at least 2.5 years as an Assistant Project Manager (APM).
• Scheduling skills include understanding and creating overall project schedules, managing critical milestones, updating active construction schedules, and leading schedule pulls and work plan updates.
• Experience resolving conflicts with trade partners, architects, and engineers, including when to issue RFIs.
• Ability to effectively run trade partner coordination and OAC meetings, set agendas, and handle critical issues.
• Skilled in resolving clashes in building systems without compromising design, and managing documentation for updates and cost impacts.
• Develop and oversee an effective QA/QC program.
• Manage projects utilizing BIM technologies, coordinating 3D designs and conflicts, and using BIM software like Navisworks and BIM Glue.
• OSHA 30-hour certification and a proven safety leadership record.
• Experience building more than two projects from the ground up.
• Thorough understanding of construction methods across all scopes of work.
• Ability to communicate and develop relationships with city, local agencies, and utility representatives.
• Deep understanding of plans, specifications, and general conditions.

Additional Eligibility Requirements: None.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefit package
• 401(k)
• Transparency in growth and pay
• Community involvement
• Career advancement
• Performance feedback
• Team-building events

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements: Authorized to work in the United States.

EEO Statement: Harper provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Duties: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time with or without notice.