Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerNOVO Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for projects. Candidate should possess a minimum of 4+ years of commercial construction experience, a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Architecture, LEED AP preferred, estimating skills, understanding of all building trades materials and methods with a special emphasis on Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping trades, strong written and verbal communication skills required.Candidate will report to the Project Manager or Project Executive and will be based at the project site working directly with the Project Superintendent with the possibility of managing project engineers and support staff.Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned on an individual basis.Pre-constructionAttend and conduct project job walksPrepare Request for ProposalsAnalyze subcontractor proposals and generate Bid TabulationsProduce quantity take-offs for multiple disciplinesContribute constructability reviews as member of the extended Design TeamActively participate in the General Contractor proposal and interview processSafetyConduct daily project walks with SuperintendentWork with Safety Director to establish Site Specific Safety PlansCoordinate and review Job Hazard Analysis and High Risk activities with Safety Director and entire construction teamMonitor and prepare safety reports with Safety Director for individual client requirementsContract AdministrationDraft Owner/Client contracts and Subcontract agreements for review by SPM or PXFunction as main point of contact with Subcontractor's field and office personnelReview and prepare Subcontractor invoices for PM or PX approval on a monthly basisCost ControlManage project budget and scope utilizing ProLogIdentify, track and manage scope and change orders both Owner/Client and SubcontractorPrepare and present Owner/Client change orders in a timely and complete mannerRoute and approve subcontractor and material invoicesPrepare Owner/Client and internal project updates on a monthly basisExecute Owner/Client and subcontractor financial close-outDocument ControlDevelop, track and manage RFI, Submittal and Change Order LogsGenerate action item lists and follow-through to completionCoordinate and update Master Drawing Set and logsDistribute project drawings, addenda, design changes, RFIs, submittals and documentation to extended teamMonitor and log 3rd party testing, project access and logistics plansSchedulingPrepare, monitor and update Master ScheduleWork with Project Superintendent to identify project progress to dateIdentify potential project impacts and proposed solutionsPrepare 3-wk Rolling SchedulesMeetingsConduct weekly Subcontractor Meeting with Project SuperintendentAttend and contribute in weekly Owner, Architect and Contractor meetingsPresent RFI, Submittal and Change Order LogsPrepare and distribute meeting minutes and project documents to extended teamTechnical AbilityUtilize engineering or construction management background to identify field issues and suggest potential alternatesReview subcontractor and vendor drawings and submittals for adherence to plans and specificationsConduct coordination meetings with Architects, Engineers and multiple subcontractor tradesInterface with Architect and Engineers to efficiently resolve technical issues and convey information to field and entire teamWorking knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), advanced technology facilities, strong M/E/P/F background and best industry practice for design and construction is beneficialEducation/Experience/Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or ArchitectureMust possess a minimum of 4 years of commercial construction experienceFlexible with ability to manage multiple tasks/projects concurrentlyResourceful, with respect to problem identification and resolutionAble to operate in a fast paced working environment with minimal direction from Senior Management.LEED AP preferredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ProLog (or similar project management software, Scheduling software (MS Project and/or Primavera), accounting systems and software, and estimating softwareStrong verbal and written communication skillsThe salary range is $100,000 to $120,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.