Construction Assistant Project Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Contractor Assistant Project Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion.

About Us
In 1999, armed with an Electrical Engineering degree, 14 years of business experience with Hoechst
Celanse and a restless entrepreneurial spirit, Francisco Alvarado decided to embark on a new venture
and Marand Builders, Inc was established. Since the conception of Marand, our goal has been to
understand the individual needs of our customers and provide them with a customized solution. We
have built our reputation on reliability, attentiveness, and quality of execution. We succeed when we
have provided our clients with the best construction experience. We started in Charlotte, NC, but rapidly expanded to cover the Carolinas, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast US regions. We have 7 regional offices in
Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Our team of highly talented professionals has allowed us
to become a preferred vendor with many of our clients, exceeding 95% repeat business. Marand
specializes in serving the healthcare, financial services, commercial / administrative and light-industrial
industries.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• At two years of experience in the commercial construction industry, overseeing all aspects of ground-up projects in healthcare, financial, and light industrial sectors.
• The ability to manage more than 2 projects at one time and have an ambitious approach to balancing workload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Proficient in project reporting software, MS Office, and blueprint reading
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and results-oriented approach
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to various job sites

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 2 years of commercial construction experience
• Proficient with technology
• Must have the ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Should have strong communication skills that allow him/her to interact comfortably with everyone from project owners to tradesmen.
• Must have a basic understanding of the construction process, including materials, equipment, and techniques.
• Travel is a requirement of this job. Travel can be up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Typically share the responsibilities of managing the project budget, writing contracts, approving invoices, and updating the project schedule.
• Coordinate among subcontractors and help to resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the job.
• In some cases, the Assistant Project Manager might manage the project independently, while the Project Manager might assist with major issues or complications.
• Will benefit from skills such as blueprint reading and the ability to use scheduling software.
• Organize, process, and distribute pertinent project documents.
• Assist in the development and updating of the project schedule.
• Expedite documents and material and equipment deliveries to meet the project schedule.
• Assist in maintaining cost control data.
• Maintain mutually satisfying long-term relationships with customers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and employees.
• Perform various duties in support of the Project Manager.
• Assist the Project team in mobilization, including procurement of permits, trailer set-up, etc.
• Assist the PM in development of a schedule of values and estimate listing and maintenance.
• Assist in updating the overall construction schedule on a regular basis.
• Assist in developing short interval schedules for use at weekly coordination meetings (?).
• Assist in the implementation and tracking of LEED requirements.
• Administer the document control for shop drawings, Submittals, Subcontracts/Purchase Orders, insurance certificates/Bonds, R.F.I.’s, Plans and specifications, Warranties/as-builts and manuals, Notices to owner/Lien Releases, Construction Bulletins, Change Order Requests from the owner, back charges.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to verify compliance with contract documents.
• Assist the Project Team in the preparation of Cost Reports.
• Assist in subcontractor applications for payment/vendor invoice processing.
• Attend project-related meetings and assist with the preparation and dissemination of minutes and attendee’s roster.
• Assist in the punch list completion process.
• Assist the project team in all close-out procedures and activities.
• Assist in the implementation of warranty work at the direction of the Project Manager.

Physical Demands:

• The individual typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties.
• The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. Generally, the job requires 70% sitting, 15% walking, and 15% standing.
• Frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle, or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 20 pounds.
• Please note that climbing stairs is a physical requirement. Some offices contain an elevator, but one must be able to use stairs for fire drills and emergencies

Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Individuals may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.