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Riggs Distler & Company, Inc.
Assistant Project Manager - Substation
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What they do
An Assistant Project Manager assists a project manager on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Provides site management for large construction projects. Assists with managing cost estimates and bids; manages contractors and subcontractors, project budgets and schedules.
$79,287 / year median in New Jersey
+15% projected growth
Job Description
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER I
Summary:
Join Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. a leader in the construction industry with over a century of service supporting America's most important infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Riggs Distler has a reputation as an employer of choice in the industry and promotes a safe, exciting, and team-oriented work environment, empowering people to grow and evolve with our business. As the Assistant Project Manager I, you will report to the Operation Lead(s) and manage daily activities with a focus on all aspects of project execution, in accordance with the Project RFP's & Scope deliverables as outlined by each Customer. The salary range is $65,000.00 - $75,000.00.Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Paid Time Off
- Company sponsored Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- HSA Account with Company Contribution
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Student Loan Payment & 529 College Saving Program
Company Paid:
o Life & AD&D Insurance o Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance o Identity Theft Protection oEmployee Assistance Program Responsibilities:
- Coordinate Monthly Reporting per the contract documents
- Coordinates project execution plans and resource-loaded scheduling to ensure each project remains within established specifications, timelines and budget
- Performs site visits including audits, review of safety procedures, customer meetings and process updates to manage and meet customer and project budget expectations
- Provides continual client updates and reporting to ensure all customer expectations and business goals are achieved
- Coordinates with internal groups on organizational projects as needed for the betterment of the entire company
- Administers high-quality, timely and excellent customer service to promote the organization as an industry leader
- The APM will be involved in all aspects of the project from mobilization through completion. She/He will manage daily, weekly and monthly reporting internal and external
- Help prepare schedules and cost reporting
- Coordinate work tasks
- Manage customer deliverable(s) as per the contract; i.e. monthly invoice, monthly report, local content reporting
- Collaborate with various Operation Lead(s) to coordinate supply chain and manage potential issues or concerns
Education, Skills, Experience Needed:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or similar field; will consider equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- 1-2 years of related project management experience in construction, electrical, or similar utility industries preferred; willing to train a strong recent college graduate
- Solid ability in researching, analysis, project management, processes; strong organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task with strong attention to details and excellent follow through to ensure successful projects every time.
- Excellent MS Office, with construction management software skills preferred; Primavera experience preferred; training will be provided on the current processes and software used. CAD Experience Preferred but not required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present well and collaborate with clients in a professional way.
- Strong customer focus; flexible, able to handle multiple projects and work outside comfort zone to learn and grow; able to negotiate with suppliers; reliable; able to work through conflict.