Traveling Assistant Project Manager

Wieland Corporation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

401K plan with match

Cutting edge technology

Job summary

A regional construction firm is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support project teams in coordinating, planning, and executing construction projects. This role requires skills in bid creation, document management, and strong communication. Preferred candidates will have an interest in construction management and Procore experience. Competitive health benefits and a 401K plan are offered, promoting employee safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in construction management.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to understand and use technology in the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of bid packages and distribute documents.
• Manage Submittal Log and RFI Communications.
• Ensure all trade partners have signed subcontract agreements.

Skills

Construction management interest

Communication skills

Technology usage

Flexibility to travel

Tools

Procore

Job description

WIELAND’s Assistant Project Managers support the Project Team(s) in the day-to-day coordination, planning and successful execution of projects. This role focuses on developing essential skills and first-hand experience in both the field and office side of the management of a project. APM’s support the Project Manager, Superintendent(s) and Project Accountants.

Job Functions

• Assist in the creation of bid packages, distribute bid documents, and clarify bid related questions as needed with trade partners in an efficient manner.
• Create, manage, and update Submittal Log and RFI Communications and related workflow in a timely manner.
• Update, manage, and distribute construction documents, including drawings, specifications and safety documents to all parties needed.
• Maintain document control of all critical information under your responsibility including, bid packages, permits, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, contracts, insurance certificates, safety documents, schedule updates, and daily logs.
• Assist and manage the close-out process including creating and management of the punch list. Assemble and distribute close-out documents including warranties, as-built drawings, and operation and maintenance manuals in a timely manner.
• Review trade partner quotes based on cost and completeness of scope.
• As scope changes arise, facilitate trade partner pricing, generate proposals, options, and solutions for approval by project team.
• Communicate well with team members, trade partners and owners creating strong working relationships.
• Identify potential issues or risks and collaborate with the Project Manager and team to develop and implement solutions.
• Schedule and perform post bid interviews to verify scope, schedule, and cost resulting in selection of trade partners that will represent WIELAND.
• Review and track initial safety requirements and course of construction safety documents alongside team.
• Assist in preparing and distributing Commitments/Subcontracts within 30 days of project award and execution of the Prime Contract.
• Ensure all trade partners have a signed subcontract agreement, and the correct insurance certificate on file prior to beginning work onsite and monitor future compliance.
• Assist in permitting and inspection process.
• Participate in financial activities to gain knowledge and understanding of the project budget.
• Review / Approve invoices in a timely manner as a tier-1 reviewer.
• Manage and resolve conflicts regarding scope and/or cost throughout the project.
• Prepare and distribute change orders quickly and accurately.
• Update the project schedule in a timely manner as needed by the project team.
• Create and distribute meeting agendas and minutes as determined in the project start-up meeting.
• Protect the interests of the Owner and cultivate a positive relationship for future business.
• Seek assistance and clarification from project team where applicable.
• Communicate positively and effectively with other companies and departments.
• Ability to receive methods for improvement or constructive criticism.
• Respects differences and similarities; listens and takes the time to understand viewpoints of others.
• Maintains and displays company values and culture.
• Flexibility to travel as project demands.

Key Performance Indicators (bolded)

(No specific KPIs listed.)

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in construction management.
• Procore experience, preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to understand and use technology in the field.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Additional Job Information

Wieland offers an excellent total compensation package to include competitive health benefits, with both a Standard Plan and HDHP with an HSA. A 401K plan contributing a match of 25%. Also providing cutting edge technology to improve the efficiency and safety of our employees and construction sites.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.