Assistant Project Manager (Howard S. Wright)

Howard S. Wright, a Balfour Beatty Company is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in Seattle, WA. This person will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager in managing all administrative and technical requirements for construction projects. Assists in all activities related to contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, project financials set-up and updates, and schedule to ensure projects are completed in a quality, profitable, safe, sustainable, and timely manner. Maintain constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer needs and expectations by supporting the Project Manager in all aspects of assigned projects. 30 hours of OSHA training once every four years. Essential Functions Project Financial Responsibilities Assists Project Manager to determine resources needed – people, tools, equipment, materials and internal services for each project. Collaborate with Project Manager to decide how and when those needs will be met and by whom. Preconstruction Services Assists with Preconstruction Services to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in assigned projects. Assists Project Manager with construction schedule and an organization and responsibilities matrix at the start of each project. Assists with creating and managing project budgets. Assists in preparing bid packages and subcontract scopes of work; set up subcontractor pre-work meeting, keep minutes and follow up. Complies with requirements of owner contracts (such as bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs). Project Start-up and Scheduling Assists Project Manager in defining responsibilities for processing submittals including taking ownership of more difficult trades in cases of limited staff. Confirms all required paperwork from subcontractors and suppliers is completed at appropriately designated times before and during the project. Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary. Ensures project site and company assets are secure, and maintain a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing safety, EEO, risk management, training, and quality control programs. Assists in implementing and facilitating project specific SAP. Communicates with all suppliers and subcontractors to be certain they understand performance standards related to predetermined schedules or plans and specifications. If performance problems occur, coordinate with the Project Manager regarding the appropriate actions to take with the subcontractor. Project Administration, Operations, Coordination and Close-out Attend all mandatory periodic planning, progress, and close out meetings with project staff and other key people on project concerns, problems, and unexpected situations that may arise with subcontractors, suppliers, customer changes, etc. Compare progress to schedule, compare actual versus estimated cost, check compliance with plans and specifications, review any problems, and verify the quality of work being performed meets contract specifications and Balfour Beatty Construction guidelines. Complete a time impact analysis for each change proposal for submittal to the owner; coordinate with Project Manager and Scheduling Director. Manage the project closeout process to settle all financial obligations, demobilize all resources, and transition the project to the customer. Promote Customer Relations Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations. Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image. Education & Experience BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus 4 to 7 years of experience in leadership positions on projects of various sizes preferred, or a minimum of 8 years of field experience in leading construction projects of various sizes; 1 - 2 years in preconstruction preferred. New hires are required to sign up for OSHA courses and complete them within the first six months of employment. Prioritizes and delegates multiple responsibilities to others. Supervises and develops direct reports to assess and build talent. Demonstrates leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, solve problems, motivate others, and sell new business. Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook). Pay range: $110,000 - $130,000 *This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales orrevenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clear Destination Inc.