Assistant Project Manager

Summary/Objective

Our Assistant Project Managers work closely with Owners, Architects, Subcontractors, Suppliers, and our internal operations teams to develop plans for the various projects assigned. We are looking for individuals who can effectively manage the relationships with others as well as handle the logistics of day-to-day operations.

Essential Functions

• Provide technical assistance and logistical support for Project Manager and Project Superintendent (i.e., interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc)
• Assist with oversight of the total construction effort to ensure the project is constructed safely in accordance with design, budget and schedule, and that the end result meets both the company’s quality standards and the customer’s satisfaction (Includes interfacing with client representatives, A/E representatives, other contractors, etc.)
• Directly manage portions of the project scope as assigned by the Project Manager
• Assist in planning, coordinating and supervising onsite functions
• Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders
• Assist Project Manager with long-term planning, identification of future roadblocks and pitfalls, and develop solutions to these problems before the project is adversely impacted
• Manage and schedule the procurement of materials for the project including management of the RFI and Submittal processes to ensure that the correct materials are delivered to the site on schedule
• Assist with cost control, productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, risk management and overall contractual performance of the project

Qualifications

• 3-5 years commercial construction experience in construction project management or project engineering
• Bachelor level degree with an emphasis in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods, applicable building and industry codes) as well as company policies, procedures and standards
• Basic knowledge of construction contract law required
• Willingness to attend safety meetings and receive required training
• Ability to work rapidly and accurately with plans and computers
• Ability to work varying hours as required, full-time or over-time, evenings or weekends
• Ability to work in a variety of environments that will include working outside in extreme weather conditions and noise levels
• Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills essential
• Must have working knowledge of Primavera/Sure Trak scheduling, Timberline Estimating/ Accounting, Procore and Microsoft Office Suite

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency;
• Organizational Skills;
• Time Management;
• Technical Capacity; and
• Customer/Client Focus.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job frequently operates on site at construction projects. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Project Managers may be exposed to unpleasant elements such as dust, fumes and odors, dampness, noise levels, or outside weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-union position.

Travel

This position requires frequent travel.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor level degree with an emphasis in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and 3-5 years of commercial construction experience in construction project management or project engineering.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

1. Must pass a pre-employment screen, including but not limited to: drug and alcohol screen, background check, motor vehicle records check, reference check and physical (if applicable).
2. Current and valid drivers’ license in the state of permanent residence (must be insurable by Jayne’s automobile insurance carrier in order to drive a Jayne’s vehicle).
3. Proof of current completion of a general course recognized by Jaynes in “Hazardous Substances – Recognition and Protection” or must attend next available class (if applicable).
4. Must have training in EPA/SWPPP best management practices or must attend next available class.
5. Must have First Aid and CPR training.

Work Authorization

Jaynes Corporation requires that all employees be legally authorized to work in the United States. Any person employed by Jaynes must complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and will be entered into the federal E-Verify system.

AAP/EEO Statement

All employment decisions at Jaynes are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national, social or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Jaynes will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Benefits

Jaynes Corporation is an employee-owned company and offers an exceptional benefits package. In addition to a competitive base salary, regular full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance; a health savings account (HSA); dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); company-paid and supplemental life insurance; long term & short term disability insurance; cancer, accident & hospital indemnity coverage; retirement planning including 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); bonus plan; paid holidays; and up to 5 weeks of paid leave.

Additional wellness benefits include an onsite healthcare clinic for employees and their dependents, a comprehensive employee wellness program that includes financial incentives, free weekly yoga classes, an employee assistance program (EAP), and a fitness membership reimbursement program.

Regular part-time employees and interns are eligible for limited benefits.

PLEASE NOTE:

Job descriptions are designed and intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements for the purpose of clarifying the general nature and scope of a position’s role as part of the overall organization.

Job descriptions do not list all tasks an employee might be expected to perform, and they do not limit the right of the supervisor to assign additional tasks, or otherwise modify duties to be performed, even if seemingly unrelated to the basic job.