BLUROC Assistant Project Manager

Company Overview

BLUROC is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services. When customers choose BLUROC as their access company, they’re also choosing YAK ACCESS North America’s largest supplier of access mats and products for building temporary or permanent roads—which means they can be as confident in their materials as they are in their project plan.

These end-to-end solutions are delivered by an experienced, reliable team who place a priority on safety, environmental sensitivity, cost, and timeliness. In short, BLUROC goes the extra mile to ensure our clients’ projects are successful.

At YAK and our business units, we bring operational excellence regardless of industry or location. Our culture is as top notch as our service and our employees work together like a family. We have been ranked 2nd by our employees as one of the Best Places to Work in Mississippi in the Mega-Large Division for the last three years in a row!

Position Description

The assistant project manager role supports senior project management and field supervision in the planning and execution of multiple projects. The APM must be able to perform in a fast paced, complex environment coordinating with multiple departments across the organization.

Responsibilities

· Assist senior project management & field operations with:

o Project performance monitoring

o Project scheduling and coordination

o Resource needs and utilization

o Sub-contractor and vendor management

o Tracking and reporting project progress

o Coordination of project tasks and deliverable

o Submission of accurate invoicing

o Prepare project hand off meetings for senior project management

o Attend weekly project meetings with clients

· Assist estimating department with:

o Creation of project execution plan

o Creation of project bid level schedules

o Requests for quotes and proposals

o Attend pre-project walk downs and obtain notes to hand off to estimating tea

o Perform project takeoffs based on field notes from field supervision

Position Requirements

· High school diploma required

· Two- or four-year college education with a degree in a construction related field preferred

· Minimum of 3-5 years of construction experience preferred

· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office required

· Strong knowledge of with scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 preferred

· Strong knowledge of the job cost accounting process preferred

· Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

· Ability to self-motivate and motivate others

· Strong interpersonal, time management, communication and organizational skills required.

· Must possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license

Personal Attributes

Interpersonal Communication— Navigate and relate with all levels of the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Integrity and Trust--Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

Team Building--Creates unity and productivity of team under management; team members state that they feel part of a high-performing team; is able to improve performance and motivate to excellence; develops team building and team motivating activities

Presentation Skills--Is effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and bosses; is effective both inside and outside the organization, commands attention and can manage group processes during the presentation; can change tactics midstream when something isn’t working.

Internal Partnering--Relating to peers on a personal level; cooperating with peers; joint problem solving; responding to accolades; handling peer conflict.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Northampton, MA 01060: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Commercial construction: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person