Bearing Construction, Inc. · 23 hours ago
Assistant Project Manager
Lumber Bridge, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expBearing Construction, Inc. offers a dynamic environment focused on collaboration and innovation. The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Management Team throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating activities and ensuring project scope, safety, timeline, budget, and quality requirements are met.
Construction
Responsibilities
Daily collaboration with each assigned project’s Project Manager, Project Engineer, Project Coordinator and Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent
Promotes and monitors project safety including, but not limited to, reviewing & managing the project safety plan, each subcontractor’s safety plan, and Job Hazard Analysis
Performs weekly meetings with the Superintendent, Project Engineer & Project Coordinator focused on jobsite safety
Performs a descope project analysis with the estimating team, identifying specific project challenges & working conditions
Identifies self-perform and subcontracted work. Develops bid/work packages
Obtains additional subcontracted work quotes and material supplier quotes as necessary to ensure all packages are fully quoted
Regularly updates and distributes the project schedule. Identify project milestones, long-lead items, and critical path activities
Organizes the selection of vendors and subcontractors in collaboration with the Project Team and under the oversight of the Project Manager
Coordinates regular meetings between the Bearing Construction team and the project’s Owner
Identifies administrative, product and execution-based submittals developing & managing a submittal log
Proactively and systematically directs the Project Engineer and Project Coordinator through the submittal process, reviewing submittals for contract compliance prior to submission for review and coordinating review comments for corrections
Establish databases related to vendor information, submittals, drawings, O&M Manuals, and other documents. Proactively and systematically follow up with vendors on a regular basis to either verify the schedule is being met or to identify delays as early as possible
Serves as the primary contact for interparty meetings & minutes
Performs weekly contractor coordination meetings. Coordinate near and long-term scheduling and on-site work activities
Initiates receipt, submittal, preparation, and issuance of Operations & Maintenance Manuals
Performs other related duties and responsibilities
Performs project-specific administrative assistant tasks, as assigned
Reviews Design Discrepancies and Possible Change Orders
Possesses superior written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex material in a useful and understandable fashion to diverse audiences
Exchanges routine and non-routine information to BCI staff, BCI service providers, vendors, and internal and external clients using tact and persuasion as appropriate
Communicates with constituents so they are informed of project planning and progress
Clearly communicates and reinforces performance expectations and responsibilities to project teams
Ability to advocate a position and negotiate or compromise as necessary
Uses verbal and written communication to establish a culture of collaboration, consensus-based problem solving and positive diplomacy
Submits Prime Pay Apps to facilitate Owner approval and timely payment. Updates final invoices and back charges. Submits the Final Prime Pay Application
Develops and Finalizes the Baseline Gross Margin Report
Fully analyzes and operates within the constraints of the project budget, mitigates cost overruns, and alerts the Project Manager to unresolved cost concerns
Develops and Negotiates Schedule of Values with Project Owner/Engineer
Negotiates Commitments with Primary Subcontractors and Vendors
Reviews and provides updates to the Change Order Log
Compiles, organizes, and communicates bid packages to subcontractors. Drafts template letters of commitment and customized contract language. Compiles a list of all estimated project commitments tied to potential vendors
Coordinates with the Job Cost Manager and Accounts Payable to enhance vendor compliance
Maintains a Change Event log
Compiles and issues potential change orders initiated and prepared by the Project Management Team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, or a related field of study. Additional construction experience may be considered in lieu of education
5+ years project management experience with a proven track record of providing exemplary customer service
3+ years of experience in office administration duties
3+ years of experience in the construction industry
Previous experience performing some of the specific responsibilities and duties in this job description
Experience and knowledge of design and construction methodologies for a variety of building types, mechanical and electrical systems, and construction delivery methods
Must possess a valid driver's license
Exceptionally detail oriented, organized, and focused on quality presentations
Comfortable learning new software applications quickly and with little direct supervision
Ability to research and comprehend the details of contract documents and drawings
Ability to prioritize time management to meet deadlines, anticipate issues and avoid delays
Knowledge of design and construction business practices including, but not limited to, scope preparation, contract issues, insurance requirements, labor rates, invoicing, etc
Strategic thinker with proven planning skills
Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks, resolve problems, negotiate solutions, and prioritize tasks
Builds and sustains positive and collaborative working relationships with a wide range of constituents
Proficient in the use of MS Office, Procore, and PDF editors (Bluebeam or Adobe); familiar with AutoCAD and BIM
Must be able to work in an indoor office environment and an active outdoor construction site environment
Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment
Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain
Must be able to work in various weather conditions and be exposed to dirt or dust
Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment most of the day
Must be able to lift and carry 25lbs regularly and 50lbs occasionally
Must be able to work for long periods of time in front of a computer or while standing
Preferred
3+ years of management experience in the construction industry for a General Contractor
Benefits
Merit increases
Annual bonus potential
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Retirement 401k plan
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Other supplemental options
Semiannual clothing allowance
Employee perk programs like Working Advantage
Company
Bearing Construction, Inc.
For over 40 years, Bearing Construction has specialized in the installation and construction of Wastewater Treatment Plants and Water Treatment Plants.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase