Assistant Project Manager (Construction)

Our Cary, NC office is looking to add an Assistant Project Manager to support our Construction Management group and Construction Project Managers with execution of projects through the entire project lifecycle. The Assistant Project Manager will have a variety of responsibilities related to the coordination and execution of various engineering, construction administration, scheduling and start up aspects of a project.

Our Cary office offers full-service solutions within the Life Sciences industry (pharmaceutical and biotechnology).

Key Responsibilities

• Supports Director of Construction, Project Managers and Project team to coordinate all aspects of an EPCM project.
• Manages the full range of activities associated with the project life cycle : labor management, engineering design management, construction management, RFIs, submittals, Procore Management, Cost Management, Project Execution, Procurement, Estimating, Project Controls, and Scheduling Construction Administration.
• Conduct meetings with internal team / client to ensure project is executed to agreed scope and schedule.
• Manage project budget in coordinator with the Project Manager
• Delivers key documentation required for a best practice process, including (but not limited to) a detailed Project Execution Plan and cost estimate.
• Scoping of projects and preparation of man-hour estimates for proposals.
• Strong understanding of the project management process; programming, scope development, design development, implementation, project closeout.
• Experience of designing projects that are reliable and safe for those who use them and for the environment. Ensure compliance with all regulations. Consider the potential impact construction and on time performance will have on the business should it cause an interruption.
• Seeks innovative and lean approaches for design, function, and construction.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of Life Science industry standards and design criteria within the engineering industry.

Skills & Qualifications

The Company

DPS Group, Inc. is proudly part of the Arcadis Group of Companies and is a global EPCM firm offering full-service solutions within the Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical technology) and Advanced Technology (semiconductor, data center, and solar) industries. DPS is dedicated to delivering successful projects with a ‘client-first’ mentality and personal touch across a range of market sectors : Project and Program Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Health and Safety Management, Commissioning, Qualification, and Start-up.

DPS Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. DPS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

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