Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerAt Gordon, Inc., we take pride in continuous evolution. The driving force behind our business growth is a skilled and dedicated Project Management Team. The Assistant Project Manager position requires production experience and strong skills in work-plan development and progress tracking. This role will also prepare and present updates regularly to relevant management channels, ensuring that all our goals are achieved.ResponsibilitiesEnsure that all aspects of a project are organized and in conformance with timeline and deliverable requirementsMaintain project performance database that tracks overall progress and achievement of milestonesWork with resources effectively to boost project efficiency and maximize deliverables outputReport project risks and outcomes to appropriate management channels, and escalate issues according to project work planDeepen partnerships with all stakeholdersMaintain processes for managing scope during the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards and assessing risksMonitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverablesAnticipates and timely communicates deviations from a project plan or schedule and keeps all participants and stakeholders informedAnalyzes, identifies, logs, and manages potential and known actual risk issues, recommends corrective action(s) to be takenForecasts how more serious project set-backs and issues of risks might impact project scope, schedule, quality and costManage customer relationships, working collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders while navigating complex design challenges, developing creative technical solutions to meet project goalsCommunicate effectively with internal and external project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to deliver successful projects and promote repeat businessAid with direct client communication including management of schedules and key milestones/deliverablesAnalysis of complex project criteria (design intent, budget, schedule, resource availability, etc.) and creation of effective, actionable plans to align these various criteria in real-time with achievable positive resultsRecommend and present innovative solutions and drive internal developments and improvementsUtilize architectural and manufacturing expertise to guide design development and oversight in collaboration with production of shop drawings and supporting documentationCollaborate with production team to ensure projects are manufactured on time and to exacting standardsMeasuring and monitoring project performance using appropriate tools and techniquesProactively working to deliver projects on-time, within budget, within scope and within specExpedite, review, and provide "Quality Control" on shop drawings and submittalsPrepare, submit, obtain approval, verify and track billings until payment is received.Prepare change order proposals and coordinate with Estimating Team when required for Senior Project/Product Manager's submittal.Monitor and update cost projections for all projects managedEnsures that all procedures are followed, with precision, and that "short cuts" that are intended to save minutes do not result in creating non-value added work downstream, lends itself to possible confusion, or result in an ambiguous specification and expectation for whatever process is required to satisfy the needs of the customerOther Functional Requirements Include:Return Authorization procedureCredits procedureInternal Debit procedureSales Order Cancellation procedureGenerates Absorb Freight documentationCoordination with Purchasing on Custom color matchesOrder Expediting with the Planning & Scheduling TeamsSeeks Technical solutions to Customer problem in concert with EngineeringSystematic Follow-up with the Customer for ApprovalsSubmittal DrawingsAdvance Purchase of Raw MaterialsCalculates take-offs for customersReviews Purchase Order scope vs. Estimate scopeMaintenance of information and procedures on Gordon IntranetPromote Gordon, Inc. and maintain strong relationships with sub-contractors, general contractors, owners and architectsEducation / Experience Qualifications0 – 5 years of experience in Project Management/Coordination.0 – 3 years of experience in ManufacturingBachelor's degree and/or working experience in Manufacturing, Architecture, Construction or related fieldComprehensive understanding of Gordon, Inc. product systems, demonstrating expertise with customers on product applications and customizations.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProficient in MS Office SuiteStrong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-orientedProven success working with all levels of managementStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent presentation skillsDemonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – both with internal and external stakeholdersTakes ownership to personally resolve customer problems (or find someone who can)Listens well, asks clarifying questions and checks for agreement with customersCommitted to following-up with customers in all instances in a timely mannerStrong sense of accountability - ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to doCreates a personal connection with customers – smiles, warm greetings, acts friendly and respectfulPositive attitudeActively identifies risk and escalates as neededIntermediate financial acumen – cashflow, cost projections, job cost, billings projectionsBasic knowledge of Gordon, Inc. products, services, processes and projectsUnderstands project plans and specificationsIndependently performs most assignments with instructionWorks autonomously at timesReceives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standardsEngages company cultureOpen to feedback and flexible to changeWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Gordon, Inc. was founded in Shreveport, Louisiana, 1964. Gordon, Inc., is now located in Bossier City, LA with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility utilizing over 300,000 square feet, and globally supported by over 70 independent manufacturing representatives. Gordon specializes in sustainable architectural metal products for interior and exterior applications. Product applications include specialty metal ceilings and wall systems, drywall and plaster trims, column enclosures, and many other architectural specialty products. Systems are designed for commercial, acoustical, educational, cleanroom, data center, healthcare, correctional, industrial, and institutional environments. Gordon, Inc. is an award-winning manufacturer and is widely known throughout the industry as the leader in custom architectural specialties.COMPANY BENEFITS:Gordon is an Employee-Owned Company. As an employee of Gordon, Inc., you will participate in the Gordon, Inc. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This Plan allows Gordon Inc employees to share in the value and growth of the company and accumulate ownership in the stock of the company, at no cost. Gordon, Inc. also offers Health, Dental, Voluntary Term Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program as well as a comprehensive 401(k) Retirement Plan and paid time off. Gordon is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please visit our website at: