Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at MPS. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

The MPS Assistant Project Manager is responsible for providing overall administrative and construction support for our Program Management team.

Manage all aspects of project documentation including submittals, RFIs, and project meeting minutes. Supervise and direct overall project activities as assigned by the Head of Programs including but not limited to planning and coordinating, circumventing/resolving problem areas, ensuring all company/project policies, procedures and standards are maintained and consistent. Project activities may include the following based on competency and bandwidth to perform:

• Maintaining change order, submittal, and document (drawing) control logs; prepare required logs and other project documentation for construction meetings.

• Creating contract submittals that are accurate and timely for submission review.

• Creating and issuing the Subcontractors' contracts.

• Creating and timely delivering Owner and Maintenance Manuals.

• Monitoring the project quality control plan to ensure it is being followed and documented issues are being identified for corrective action.

• Coordinates with Subcontractors to make certain that we have obtained the correct documentation and drawing for the Owner and Maintenance Manuals.

• Ensure the Warranty Log is up to date.

• Represent company/project in meetings with client, subcontractors, etc.

• Cooperate with and technically assist field personnel assigned to area of responsibility.

• Monitor other contractors' activities and progress.

• Creating the Job Information Sheets and establishing Job Files.

• Assume total project supervision responsibilities in Program Manager's absence.

• Prepares price change orders and project reports and documentation.

• Works with payroll to ensure accurate payroll information.

The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or other related discipline preferred

• Minimum 1 year experience in a construction-related role

• Can be a combination of education, training and relevant experience.

• Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment, and methods required

• Strong organizational, record-keeping, and follow-up skills

• Demonstrated excellence in organization and time management skills

• Ability to identify and meet customers' expectations and requirements

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary

• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude

• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position

• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium

• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

MPS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.