Assistant Project Manager

Founded in 1908, Flintco now employs more than 750 people in 10 cities serving clients in healthcare, renewable energy, education, hospitality, sports and industrial. Flintco also self-performs concrete, steel erection and excavation. Nothing matters more to us than the quality and growth of our people. Our teams are smart, humble and disciplined. Flintco is recognized for its commitment to safety and quality, using Lean principles as a guide to continuous improvement. The five guiding principles of our Ethos are: Safety, Integrity, Quality, Accountability and Honesty. We live it every day.

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the project manager with assigned construction projects and company policy, including the scheduling, coordinating and monitoring of project activity, and for ensuring that the projects are completed within budget and on schedule. Responsible for assisting the project manager with assigned construction projects and company policy, including the scheduling, coordinating and monitoring of project activity, and for ensuring that the projects are completed within budget and on schedule.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

All duties and responsibilities include the following, however, other duties may be assigned. To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Review and assist in preparation and culmination of project estimates and bids, collaborative with upper management in selecting and assigning project personnel.
• Perform the selection of subcontractors and completion of contract arrangements and review and approve proposed materials and shop drawings from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with preparation of the preliminary project schedule and when appropriate, the detailed project schedule using computer and standard company scheduling software.
• Ensure that all required project management/administrative prerequisites (i.e. cash flow plan, subcontractor list, manufacturer list, submittal/procurement logs, etc.) are prepared and submitted to the architect and ensure these plans are properly administered, as in submittals expedited, received, logged and approved.
• Collaborate with the Project Superintendent in overseeing the delivery of materials to the job site or outside storage and ensuring that their receipt is properly recorded.
• Monitor construction activities, resolve problems and issues which arise, especially those pertaining to changes, deficiencies and/or subcontractor performance. Prepare and provide monthly project status reports, project billings, and provide other information as required to keep upper management and client properly informed.
• Meet with owner representatives, subcontractors and the architect/engineer to review the progress of the job and discuss and resolve problems and issues that arise.
• Supervise and collaborate with Superintendent in conducting the substantial completion inspection and ensure that "punch list" items are completed. Ensure that close-out documentation is submitted (i.e. drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and warranties from subcontractors and suppliers). Participate in and expedite the fair settlement of final disputes, litigation, and final payment dispositions.

Management Responsibilities

None

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

Knowledge and ability to prepare detailed planning for construction projects, schedules and estimates and to make proper modifications to such, using a computer and standard company software. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings and technical specifications. Ability to perform quantity take-offs, estimate construction costs, organize bid forms and bid packages, and manage project budgets. Ability and skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, as in providing written and oral instructions to employees and in communicating with architects, clients and subcontractors. Knowledge of and application skills in geometry, trigonometry and algebra. Working knowledge of computers and basic software programs. Ability to manage project teams, large groups of personnel and the ability to accomplish desired results through delegation. Working knowledge of company standard policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

At least 2-5 years of progressively responsible experience in construction management, including estimating, project management, scheduling, cost control, and personnel administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

• Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally, especially when managing multiple projects and during problematic opening and/or closing phases of projects, mental stress can be taxing.
• May be required to work long hours for extended periods of time.

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