Construction Assistant Project Manager Job at SSA Recruitment Group

SSA Recruitment Group Chicago, IL

Job Summary

The APM/Junior Project Manager will be based in Chicago and is a key figure in the project team, responsible for the overall success of a project. The individual must possess excellent leadership skills, as well as be able to successfully set, observe and re-evaluate project priorities frequently.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for overseeing the efforts of all project activities and personnel.
  • Coordinate with Senior PMs/ Estimating Department to formulate award schedule for trades during pre-construction.
  • Acquire a thorough understanding of project requirements and objectives; review all project documents, including drawings, specifications, contracts, scope of work, and construction schedule.
  • Coordinate and facilitate both internal and building kick-off meeting with all key participants.
  • Prepare and issue project documents including progress reports, detailed project schedule updates, and financial/budget updates.
  • Initiate periodic meetings and other forms of communication with project team members and/or client as appropriate, to acquaint them with unresolved problems and to ensure an adequate degree of coordination as needed between disciplines.
  • Forecast and track the amount of labor, managerial and material costs necessary to complete a project.
  • Perform project status reviews by monitoring project schedule, submittal/RFI logs and open items
  • Monitor project scope for changes affecting budget and/or schedule; identifies cause, advises client, and negotiates changes in fee as appropriate.
  • Manage project budget, minimize, and track expenses; provide finance reporting as needed.
  • Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, monitor receivables for project as well as subcontractor pay schedule.
  • Ensure subcontractors provide certificates of insurance that meet contractual requirements prior to mobilization.
  • Resolve subcontractor claims during subcontractor close-out period.
  • Ensure punchlist completion and Department of Buildings sign off.
  • Organize and deliver project close-out/As-Built documents.

Qualifications

  • At least three years of relevant experience as a Assistant Project Manager, preferably in interior, high-end commercial general contracting
  • Must have a proven record of managing complex projects in occupied spaces
  • Must have strong client relations skills and a collaborative disposition
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
  • 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certification is a plus but not required
  • 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Certification is a plus but not required

Computer Systems

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore (preferred but not required), and Timberline (preferred but not required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Work Location: One location




Please Note :
www.epokagency.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, www.epokagency.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.