Assistant Project Manager

Description

As a regional construction management company, we don’t just build buildings; we also build communities and, most importantly, PEOPLE. While we continue to grow in size and expertise, our foundational values of quality, dependability, and integrity have remained steadfast as the cornerstones of our business. 

Our passion for construction, coupled with our collaborative team-oriented approach, sets us apart in attracting and retaining clients. The solid reputation we have built affords us continued growth, allowing us to offer a dynamic work environment that attracts new team members who are seeking opportunities for personal development and career growth. We offer on-the-job learning and mentoring through a diverse portfolio of challenging projects, including adaptive reuse, historic preservation, renovations, and new construction.

If you share our values of quality, dependability, and integrity, and you are humble, hungry, and smart, come join us under the Southway Tent! 

POSITION SCOPE:

• Works in conjunction with Project Managers and Engineers in the planning, budgeting, and logistics of assigned projects.  
• Assists in the responsibility of upholding project standards and compliance to adhere to Company guidelines and specifications. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  

• Leads all Project Engineering meetings. 
• Manages the warranty and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) closeout document process successfully and timely. 
• Manages assigned subcontractor handoffs though commencement of work. 
• Prepares the owner pay app specifically managing percent billed, inclusion of change orders, etc. 
• Reviews and validates content of Request for Information (RFIs) prepared by subcontractors ahead of issuing. 
• Manages and confirms accuracy and timeliness of subcontractor change order submissions in Procore. 
• Manages Budget Analysis process independently. 
• Reviews and manages entire submittal process timely and successfully. 
• Prepares and submits initial project budget set-up. 
• Prepares form and leads the Company’s internal kick-off meetings. 
• Assists Project Manager in updating procurement, submittal, and material activities in the project schedule with assistance from Superintendents. 
• Leads safety observations and inspections. Issues and closes safety observations for all hazards. 
• Leads weekly safety inspections.  
• Leads pre-installation conferences. 
• Manages daily log of quality control observations for weekly inspections. 
• Manages the punch list process, including architectural punch list walks. 
• Serves as a Your Onboarding Ambassador (YOBA) to Project Engineer Level 1. 
• Mentors Level 1 and 2 Project Engineers and other team members as assigned to achieve job duties. 
• Adheres to the Company’s key values of quality, dependability, and integrity. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

PREREQUISITE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management or Engineering. 
• 3+ years of Project Engineer experience, working on at least one project over $10M. 
• 2+ leadership experience. 
• Procore certification. 
• Awareness of building codes, OSHA and applicable local safety regulations and procedures. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage and effectively lead a project team for discrete portions of a project. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Project. 
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Excellent proofreading skills.  
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.  
• Strong time management and analytical skills. 
• Firm understanding of complex mathematical concepts. 
• Strong communication skills.  
• Drive to make proactive decisions. 
• Thrives in a team environment. 
• Able to process new information and complex topics quickly.  

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to function in high-pressure situations. 
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer. 
• Correctable vision and hearing. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Clear, easy to understand oral communication ability. 
• Ability to lift 50 pounds for moving equipment on and off shelves. 
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods. 
• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching. 
• May require travel beyond a typical one-hour job site commute. 
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers. 
• On-call availability to address issues at the jobsite.  

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

• HUMBLE, HUNGRY and SMART 
• Superior oral and written communication skills with all project parties. 
• Actively develops network of professional relationships on projects. 
• Understands and follows the Southway processes related to all functions of position. 
• Ability to multi-task and complete work as priorities dictate.   

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs):

• No more than 5% of submittals are returned “Revise & Submit”. 
• No more than three (3) negative/concerned customer calls during a project.  
• No more than three (3) negative/concerned calls from subcontractor, vendor, design professional or team member during a project.

REQUIRED TRAINING (MAY BE COMPLETED AFTER HIRE):

• Maryland Department of the Environment Erosion & Sediment Control training 
• OSHA 30-Hour Training 
• CPR/First Aid 
• AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training 
• Blower Door Certification 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) 
• Sexual Harassment 
• Preconstruction 
• Testing and inspections 
• Scheduling logic 
• Introduction to Risk Management