Assistant Project Manager – Chandler, Arizona
Posted: 18 November, 2022Organization: Dynalectric
Location: Phoenix, AZ
The Dynalectric Arizona Assistant Project Manager (APM) performs different functions assigned by the project manager. These tasks may involve researching and resolving project issues, procurement and tracking of major equipment, issuing subcontracts, scheduling and updating project data; managing paperwork, maintain/updates status logs, and contribute to progress reporting to clients and project manager.
Duties and responsibilities:
Manage project functions
Oversee document control functions (RFI’s, submittals, drawings, closeout docs, QA/QC docs)
Financials (WIP’s/billings/contract mods/budgets)
Field management (work with superintendents/QAQC managers on specific project expectations)
Manage Project Engineer/Project Admin Duties
Provide training when needed (training/coaching on assigned duties)
Delegate tasks (ensure PE/PA workload is full)
Review Work for accuracy (document control, payroll, MOPs, purchase orders)
Estimating
Change orders (document review, quantity take-off, RFP’s, estimate input, create proposal, negotiations)
Small projects (document review, quantity take-off, RFP’s, quote leveling, estimate input, create proposal, negotiations)
Scheduling
Project schedule (review project schedules for accuracy/evaluate current progress and impacts/direct project scheduler on changes)
Equipment/material tracking (address/manage lead time issues)
Impacts (communicate with GC or vendors on schedule issues to get resolution)
Manage buyouts
Subcontracts (RFP’s, bid leveling, subcontractor selection, write subcontracts, manage subs)
Major purchases (RFP’s, bid leveling, vendor selection, issue PO, manage order)
MOPS
Development (work with QA/QC, and field personnel to develop MOPs for new builds and new tasks)
Replicating (train PEs to replicate MOPs for follow on phases and repeat tasks)
Qualifications:
At least three years of experience as an electrical project engineer or Journeyman Electrician.
BSc/BA in construction management, engineering, or relevant field experience.
Good understanding of electrical construction and materials.
Proficiency with Accubid estimating software
Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word & Bluebeam.
Outstanding communication and customer service skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
Working conditions:
Mostly office-based. Typical working hours for the assistant project manager may vary. Generally Monday – Friday during normal business hours, but when deadlines approach they may be required to work much longer hours, including some weekend work. The APM in the field may be required to work out of the office and sometimes to stay away from home for short to long periods of time. Some travel may be required for training/continuing education.
While performing the duties of this job, the APM may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration; may be exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites (weather, noise, etc.).
Physical requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a project manager to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The APM is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Direct reports:
The APM may occasionally oversee project coordinators, project admin, project engineers. May also work with labor superintendents, QAQC manager, detailers, and foreman.
Benefits:
Health & Welfare (medical, dental & vision)
401(k) with competitive match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
We Offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled