Assistant Construction Project Manager

***This position is located on site in Norfolk, VA. Will provide relocation assistance. ***

A Brief Overview
Reporting to the Senior Project Manager(s), the Project Engineer will work with various divisions to support Hunt Companies' construction department needs. The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Senior Project Manager(s) with planning, overseeing, and documenting construction activities for various Projects across the portfolio. Responsibilities include assisting in coordinating all pre-construction activities, onsite construction management, 3rd party inspections, and project close-out. Additional responsibilities include the exercise of sound judgment and discretion in making recommendations, implementing policies and procedures, and handling a wide variety of office and field-related matters.

What you will do

• Assists with planning, monitoring, and managing all aspects of multiple, small to large-scale construction projects, including initiation, planning, execution, verification, and closure in accordance with internal process methodologies.
• Assists with verification and tracking of contractor and project completion according to project plans (i.e. scope, schedule, budget).
• Assists with project planning, resourcing, progress reporting, contractor management, and troubleshooting.
• Monitors project and contractor performance and tracks schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions.
• Monitors and tracks project schedules and verifies that materials, equipment, and/or resources are delivered and/or installed per approved submittals, plans, and specifications.
• Supports the field and office through independent critical analysis of submittals, shop drawings and project plans and specifications.
• Supports the Senior Project Manager (s) with quality assurance and control through field verification and documentation of completed work per approved shop drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to Senior Project Managers.
• Promotes safety - assists with the implementation of all applicable HSE programs, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains positive relationships with clients, general/sub-contractors and consultants on the job.
• Assists with the preparation of project reports for Senior Project Managers.
• Confers with project personnel to resolve problems, makes project recommendations and escalates as appropriate.
• Assists with the RFP process; creation and development of the proposal.
• Coordinates and tracks the RFI, ASI and IDC processes.
• Assists with the processing of contract bonds, insurance, pay applications, correspondence, change estimates, and change orders.
• Reads, understands and comments on construction documents and contract specifications.
• Ability to travel to projects throughout the Hunt portfolio, at times with limited to no prior notice.
• Projects will be located on military installations and require the successful candidate to obtain the appropriate security clearances for installation access.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline. preferred
• High School Diploma or GED With Construction experience required
• Minimum of 1 year Professional experience, preferably in construction, development or engineering with understanding of project management and construction processes. preferred



• Requires a self-motivated, team player who pays close attention to detail and can prioritize in a fast-moving environment with excellent learning, organization, and communication abilities. Effectively receive directions and independently carry out tasks to completion. Takes initiative to identify and anticipate management needs and make recommendations for implementation.
• Must be a self-starter with ability to work independently and with a team environment.
• Requires working knowledge of construction plans and specifications for large scale developments
• Strong time management and organization skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office applications - Word and Excel proficiency is required.

Compensation
We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The hiring range for this position is generally between $75,000 - $85,600, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the general Hiring Range for the role. Hiring at the top of the range is reserved for exceptionally qualified candidates. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

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EEO/ADA
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