Associate Project Manager

Purpose/Scope

This position will be a developmental program for future Project Managers of which the necessary training and experience to fill a Project Manager position through mentoring and practical experience.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Project Management group with daily activities including, but not limited to, preparation for kickoff meetings, project cost meetings and field planning (meetings, planning sheets, checklists, maps)  
• Manage a light project workload under close supervision of Manager of Project Management Services and other project managers as assigned  
• Assist in the coordination of field repairs with internal departments and customer as required  
• Review revised drawings, NOC’s for scope changes in preparation for change orders  
• Visit project sites prior to erection to review status, concerns and communicate Fabcon Field process to the customer  
• Attend project site meetings as necessary  
• Shadow project managers in review and negotiation of contracts  
• Attend scheduling meetings and maintain project timelines as required  
• Assist in review of specifications and coordination of submittal requirements  
• Assist in coordination of the drawing process with customers (OFA, FE and DMLO approvals)  
• Assist in obtaining quotes from subcontractors and the development of the subcontractor base  
• Assist in coordination of closing out projects both in collections, punch-lists and documents required by contracts  
• Assist in handling 10 and out plan, tracking activities on projects to completion  
• Following up on materials needed for completion and subcontractors as required  
• Review OFA drawings for compliance with scope outlined in kickoff  
• Assist in preparation of EAC’s for timely loading of bids  

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience  

Other Required Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organizational and decision-making skills  
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment  
• Customer Service focus with excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Good computer skills; Word, Excel and Outlook  
• An understanding of construction with the ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business  
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction industry  

Physical Requirements

• Office: Move 25lbs (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time  
• Travel: Some travel by car and/or airplane may be required  

Work Environment

Office: Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting