Assistant Project Manager in Cedar Rapids

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Objective

Assistant Project Managers support management of all activities related to assigned projects. The position ensures that projects are completed effectively within cost, schedule, quality, and safety parameters.

Assistant Project Managers uphold our core values of integrity, service, leadership, empowerment, and innovation while demonstrating a dedicated and results-driven work ethic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with assigned project managers to support project start-up, execution, and close-out activities
• Review job estimates and prepare project budgets while estimating and negotiating change orders
• Track, forecast, and report labor hours; track material/equipment costs and deliveries
• Maintain working knowledge of general conditions, work scope, and specifications of project contracts/subcontracts
• Maintain all project documentation and files
• Assist in reviewing, maintaining, and distributing submittals and project plans/files
• Assemble, distribute, and document project change orders, proposed change orders, purchase orders, contracts, and meeting minutes
• Track project correspondence including Requests for Information (RFIs), Proposal Requests, etc.
• Review, track, and compile O&M manuals, extra material, and warranty information
• Assist with the coordination of owner training
• Facilitate, document, and distribute project punch lists
• Collaborate with project managers and field labor supervision to plan, organize, and schedule project work, including preparation of contract-integrated project schedules
• Collaborate with the design team on design-build projects
• Prepare fabrication shop work packages including detail drawing review, material take-off, and man-hour fabrication budget
• Review contract drawings, detail drawings, and specifications to ensure accuracy
• Review vendor/subcontractor invoices and approve as appropriate
• Assist with vendor communication and coordinate delivery dates
• Track equipment, materials, and fabricated parts
• Support project closeout operations, including coordination and submittal of training documentation
• Promote safety at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and other related project management programs
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, both professional and interpersonal
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Responsible, organized, and detail-oriented mindset
• Strong time management skills and the ability to multitask
• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with strong math and science skills

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil, or General Engineering , and/or completion of a qualified mechanical apprenticeship program
• Experience in the mechanical contracting industry is but not required

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