Assistant Project Manager

The Opportunity:The individual in this role will, assist Field Managers, Project Managers, Sr. Project Managers in understanding the project scope in order to make the best Buy-Out decisions. Uses basic negotiation skills with Owners and subcontractors; utilizes cost forecasting and understands Scopes of Work. Has demonstrated ability to complete a standard project by themselves. Can manage moderate client(s) expectations and client basic building scope. Can successfully make deals with subs, buy-out, negotiate. Experience running an effective Client meeting. Has been assigned and run a small/ medium job (s). This individual will have a significant role in managing a project's day-to-day operations and leading junior team members.Essential Functions:Manage the successful execution of a project: Lead the development and maintenance of project schedules, ensuring the tasks are -completed on time and within budget. Ensure that project deliverables meet client expectations and regulatory requirements, maintaining a high standard of quality. Assist in managing project costs, identifying potential cost overruns, and implementing corrective actions. Review and approve invoices, change orders, and payment requests from subcontractors and vendors. Directly manage subcontracts including drafting and negotiating terms, schedule coordination, and confirming compliance with contract specifications. Serve as the main point of contact for external stakeholders. Participate in project meetings, making recommendations and decisions based on project needs and team discussion. Conduct consistent and timely quality control review of work in progress, ensuring all work complies with project plans, specifications, and safety standards. Assist the PM with contract negotiations, risk management, and project execution strategies. Develop portions of Project Schedule and/ or review Project Schedule; or develop smaller schedules Take Project Schedule and Project Milestones & adapt to a workable plan Develop and utilize basic cost forecasting skills Develop maintain and update a 3 week look ahead schedule Communicate phases of a schedule to Trade partners effectively Hold select trade partners accountable to project requirements, Safety, Quality, Scope, Schedule, Budget, etc. Work with others well, (solid communication, partners with, no drama, creates Raving Fans) Mindful and aware of safety requirements, hold others accountable where applicable Able to coordinate portions of project or assist others adequately Able to work with select subs on coordination tasks Track and manage material deliveries Track and manage long lead itemsProper use of RFI'sUnderstand what basic scopes are changing and why Understand and keep up with Submittal and Coordination process Proper updates to Owner about changes and schedule progress Runs weekly Job Meetings with trade partnersRequired Education and Experience: At least 3 years as APM-1 or 3 years working as a APM, or Assistant Superintendent with Albion or similar construction company. Has completed at least 4 small/ medium Projects Worked or a combination of 1 with a larger or more than one large project A degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field, or commensurate experience in the construction industry. Proficiency in construction project management software. In-depth understanding of construction safety standards and regulatory requirements. Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues proactively. Show select Cost Forecasting for a small project or portion of a larger project Understands Scope of Work. Can show examples of setting up a project schedule for a small project or phase of work Can manage a moderate client(s) (expectations) for specific assignments Successfully make deals with subs, buy-out, negotiate Understand Sequence of Work for select small trades to be able to perform effective construction project activities Demonstrates the commitment to change, learn and accept constructive feedback for improvement. Solid team player, demonstrates collaboration, problem resolution and flexibilityPositive approach to work and othersWants to be a PM and shows ability to learn and improve Represents Albion well to Owner and Trade partners Ability to put together a presentation and make effective presentations to a groupStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel

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