Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager Araco Construction Services Colorado Springs, CO Job Details $60,000 - $79,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Project reporting Construction project reporting Computer operation Spanish Bluebeam Revu Safety data sheets (SDS) Bluebeam Project engineering Microsoft Excel Construction RFI responses Microsoft Outlook Outdoor work Construction contract administration Project change management Associate's degree in Business Administration Performance Reporting Mid-level Project communication management 3 years Data summary reports Client invoicing Schedule management Implementing construction quality control processes Prolog Analysis skills Construction budget management Construction document control Conflict management Smartsheet Organizational skills Full Job Description "At Araco we are continuously seeking more productive and efficient methods to perform our scope of work. We do this by remaining open-minded, listening, and researching processes to improve our company and its operations."

Job Summary:

The Assistant Project Manager (APM), or Project Manager Assistant, will work alongside the Project Manager to plan and execute projects for the company. Their duties include identifying clients' or stakeholders' project needs and goals, creating a detailed plan to successfully complete a project, while organizing and storing project reports and documents. APM will report to the PM and execute an in-office schedule of no less than 7am - 5pm Monday through Friday with after office hours and Saturday work as needed depending on workload and assigned tasks.

General Duties/Responsibilities:

Represent Araco in a professional manner. Assist the Project Manager (PM) in planning and implementation of projects. Ensure all projects are completed safely, on time, on or under budget, and to specifications according to the Contract Documents, with the highest quality possible. Communicating with project stakeholders concerning project details and deliverables. Manage small or less complex projects as needed or requested to support PM. Communicate with clients to understand their needs and ensure that project objectives are clearly defined and understood both internally and externally. Assist PM to resolve issues and delays that arise with their projects. Help coordinate and manage project tasks and deliverables, including submittals, billing, invoice management and processing, RFI development, submission and tracking, Change order development, submission and tracking, permits, drawings, etc. Analyzing, tracking and entering data as required by supervisors Conducting administrative duties, such as setting up meetings, drafting Change orders, Updating Microsoft projects, tracking labor and material costs, etc. Tracking and reporting project progress Conduct and report Inventory of materials to include rebar, for each assigned job to accounting Attend jobsite visits as needed or requested to record project progress. Assist the PM in implementing quality control on every project Provide regular project status updates to management to include work progress reports, why and how jobs are going to standard, if jobs are profitable and if not why. Communicate with complete reports and investigations where there are issues, and concerns with any projects. Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively, and notify PM. Meet deadlines set forth by the management team leadership •Other Duties as identified and assigned by direct supervisor• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

Associate's degree in business administration, Project Management, or related field preferred. At least 3 years of experience as a project engineer, with demonstrated successful completion of timelines Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus. Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills Proficient in project management software and tools including but not limited to Outlook, EXCEL, Microsoft Project, Blue Beam and Proest. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to project management Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Ability to manage several projects simultaneously Thorough knowledge of earthwork, utilities, concrete and asphalt industry Thorough knowledge of concrete and asphalt industry Process and Procedures Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. Conflict Management Ability to read and interpret documents such as shop drawings, safety rules, and MSDS sheets. Teamwork and ability to perform conflict resolution with soft communication skills This position involves work at a construction site where duties will be performed both indoors and outdoors. Overtime will be required to meet project deadlines. Bilingual - Spanish (Preferred) Preferred software

Knowledge:

Foundation, Smartsheet, ProEst, Blue Beam, MS Projects.

Physical Requirements:

Stationary Position:

Ability to remain in a seated or standing position for extended periods, often 50% or more of the time.

Manual Dexterity:

Constantly operating computers, keyboards, calculators, and other office equipment.

Mobility:

Occasional moving about inside the office to access files, machinery, or different departments.

Lifting/Carrying:

Frequently lifting or transporting files, documents, and office equipment weighing between 10 to 50 pounds.

Communication & Sensory:

Clear, audible speech for communication and the ability to hear, combined with specific, close-up vision.

Physical Movement:

Occasional bending, stooping, or reaching. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment The work is primarily indoors with occasional outdoor work. Outdoor working conditions range from very cold to high temperatures, strong winds, flying dust, hazards, slippery conditions, and occasional exposure to loud noises from equipment and heavy machinery.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Annual performance bonuses (conditional depending on performance evaluations and the company's financial situation)

Schedule:

In office Monday to Friday 7 am - 5 pm, Saturday work as needed or required to meet company needs and workloads.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Annual performance bonuses (conditional depending on performance evaluations and the company's financial situation) Tuition /Continuing education Assistance Equal Opportunity Statement Araco Group and all its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers that are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Araco Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.