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Assistant Project Manager (Mechanical Construction)

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This is an opportunity to join a leading mechanical contracting firm with a strong presence across the eastern United States. They have a diversified portfolio of commercial and government projects, including data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager and project team in successfully delivering commercial construction projects on time, within budget, and according to scope. This role also ensures a safe working environment and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Project Manager in driving project workflow from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with Safety and field teams to maintain a safe jobsite.
• Review contracts and bid documents to understand project scope.
• Manage project documentation including insurance certificates, permits, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and correspondence.
• Ensure accurate distribution and control of project drawings and documents.
• Support billing and schedule of values preparation and tracking.
• Assist in project scheduling and manpower coordination.
• Manage purchase order requests for major equipment and subcontractors, monitoring delivery schedules.
• Compile operational and maintenance documentation for project closeout.
• Attend meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review progress and resolve issues.
• Support project accounting with monthly billings and collections follow-up.
• Contribute to safety initiatives, including toolbox talks and walkthroughs.
• Facilitate change order documentation and pricing coordination with the team.
• Assist with commissioning and project closeout activities.
• Escalate critical project issues with proposed solutions to Project Manager.
• Comply with site onboarding and company safety policies.
• Travel to project sites as required.

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in mechanical, plumbing, and/or industrial HVAC fields.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and construction contract language.
• Familiarity with local market conditions is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and construction/project management software preferred.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and solve problems effectively.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and professional.
• Able to build strong relationships with team members, clients, and subcontractors.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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