Assistant Project Manager
Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?
We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family-owned business. At Manhattan, you get :
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership.
- Professional development and leadership programs.
- To work on exciting projects for your community.
- Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
- More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.
The Assistant Project Manager helps manage the overall project direction, completion / financial outcome and administers both the owner and subcontractor relationships for assigned projects. The Assistant Project Manager helps with responsibility for directing and mentoring on-site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills and strong communication and client service skills.
Major duties and responsibilities include :
Practices implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policiesAll qualities / responsibilities of a Project Engineer 2, plus :Participates in Conflict Resolution Process with OwnersParticipate in Change Order Negotiations with SubcontractorsPrepares Job Cost Budget updatesProvide Preconstruction AssistanceAssist with Trade Bid Packages and Scope PresentationParticipate in Pre-Con MeetingsAssists in Bid Day or Precon pricing effortsReview subcontracts and Purchase OrdersParticipates in Project Close-Out ProcessCoordinates the project close-out processPrepares and distribute GC and Architect / Owner Punch List and assist Superintendent in Punch List completionPrepares and completes Close-Out Documents, Record Drawings, O&M Manuals and WarrantiesAssist in the Generation of Owner SOV / Pay AppsParticipates in the preparation of the Project Execution planAssists in the preparation and issuing of Subcontractor Information / Welcome PackageAttend Owner / Architect MeetingsMonitor Construction Activities - select tradesAssists the Superintendent in the management of subcontractors and vendorsParticipates in position training when scheduled by managementCoordinates input to develop the project scheduleAssists in the preparation of a two-week look ahead scheduleGenerate Project Execution PlanReview Inspection and Test DataConduct Quality Control InspectionsUnderstand Quality means- compliance with Contract Documents & RequirementsResponsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.Other duties as assigned.Job skills and abilities guidelines include :
Has completed OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification and First Aid & CPR Training and Certification.Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office productsProven experience in Manhattan document control and schedule softwareThorough understanding of the industryStrong written and verbal communication skillsGood math / accounting skillsStrong management skillsFunctions effectively as part of a teamAbility to develop or maintain relationships with clientsAbility to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all timesDependabilityExcellent time management and organizational skillsStrong decision-making / problem-solving skillsMinimum qualifications include :
Bachelor's Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent.4 years of industry experienceWorking conditions and physical efforts include :
You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.Ability to repeat the same movements.Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver's License).Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm that provides preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design-build services. Manhattan's award-winning portfolio includes mission-critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is a :
20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing ContractorTen-time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine)Under the fifth generation of Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and building excellence. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and making fiscally sound business decisions to support our clients' long-term goals, team members, and project partners. For the same reasons we have so many tenured team members, we also have been fortunate to work with many clients for decades, some for over half a century.
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