Assistant Project Manager

Are you searching for a company who cares about you and your family, one who will invest in you and your future? A company who will provide flexibility, and at the same time offer stability? A company that provides challenging and exciting work? If you have at least 5 years experience in the Construction Industry, we want to hear from you!

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Establish project budget. Maintain and monitor budget during construction
• Review budget with Superintendent and Project Manager/Senior Project Manager/Project Executive for input and revisions
• Develop a Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule for the project
• Review schedule with Superintendent and Project Manager/Senior Project Manager/Project Executive for input and revisions
• Update project schedule at least once per month with input from Superintendent
• Review construction means and methods with Superintendent to improve job performance
• Purchase permanent equipment and material
• Negotiate subcontractor agreements for the project
• Manage and monitor the submittal, shop drawing, subcontract and purchase order processes to ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials, with the assigned support of Project Administrator and/or Project Engineer, as may be applicable to the project(s)
• Manage preparation of extra work proposals and change orders
• Monitor budgets, schedules, cost reports and job progress and review with Superintendent on a weekly and monthly basis. Report results to Project Manager/Senior Project Manager/Project Executive
• Visit job site on a regular basis to review effectiveness of site supervision, job progress, quality of work and safety on the project
• Manage change orders, extra work orders, disputed claims, with owner and owner s representative to a successful conclusion
• Resolve disputes with vendor and subcontractor
• Process payment requisitions through the owner and his/her representative
• Keep the senior management staff of the company appraised of job performance and any major conflicts or issues to be resolved
• Generate verbal and written communications required to meet administrative requirements of jobs
• Monitor the planning for safety on the job, application of safety rules, regulations, and programs applicable to individual job sites
• Maintain a positive image of company with vendors, subcontractors, clients and teammates
• Manage one or multiple projects that may account for $5M to $15M in annual volume

Core Competencies

• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of team
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, motivation) skills
• Ability to work with and manage multiple teammates
• Thorough knowledge of contract language
• Thorough understanding of job cost reporting, billing and payable procedures

Supervisory Responsibility

This position is responsible for the oversight of teammates and is responsible for the performance management of those teammates.

Position Type

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Travel

Travel is primarily limited to Northeast jobsite locations.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years experience within the construction industry required
• A bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree required
• Experience with Procore project manage software, or similar platform, preferred
• Experience with schedule software and logic highly preferred

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Ability to lift a minimum of 10-25 lbs.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time
• Able to function in a standard office setting

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Voted one of New Hampshire's Best Companies to Work For, Methuen Construction is widely recognized as the most successful, self-performing general contractor in the industry with experienced Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, Project Engineers, Safety and Quality professionals, in addition to a variety of other operational teammates and support teams. Built on over 60 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals including Pipefitters, Carpenters, Heavy Equipment Operators, and Laborers. We consistently strive for complete client satisfaction by delivering outstanding construction services and cutting-edge solutions. As we expand our construction territory, diversify our client base, and enhance our operational capabilities, our need for highly skilled teammates is growing! We offer excellent compensation and benefits, in addition to a great company culture that is team oriented, motivated, and respectful.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Methuen Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.