Assistant Project Manager
AmeriTech Contracting LLC Meriden, Connecticut, United States
Construction · 51-200 employees
About the role
The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager and Superintendent in managing daily construction operations, including tracking sub-contracts, purchase orders, and project schedules. They serve as a liaison with subcontractors, manage the building permit process, and document project progress through site visits and reporting.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have a background in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural Design, or 5+ years of equivalent experience with heavy mechanical projects. Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, or Procore is required, along with the ability to travel up to 100% of the time.
Benefits
Full description
Assistant Project Manager works closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to manage the day-to-day operations of construction projects, supporting all phases of project execution. Travel is required
Essential Functions
- Maintain, review, and track sub-contract documents, purchase orders, drawings, and submittals.
- Use experience and judgment to price, approve, and/or reject project change orders and submittals; respond to RFIs.
- Request and review insurance certificates from subcontractors for compliance with project requirements.
- Create and update vendor and subcontractor contact logs.
- Manage the building permit process and resolve any related issues.
- Serve as a liaison with subcontractors to address disputes, questions, or performance concerns.
- Assist in preparing project schedule narratives.
- Document project progress through weekly videos and photos.
- Schedule Subcontractor meetings.
- Prepare descriptions for purchase orders and subcontractor requests.
- Obtain and track subcontractor warranty certificates.
- Assist in the creation of project close-out manuals.
- Occasionally perform tasks outside the normal scope of duties.
Minimum Qualifications
- Heavy mechanical experience
- Education: Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural Design.
- Or 5+ years of equivalent education, training, and experience relative to project size and scope.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6/Procore
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance for assigned project sites.
- Travel varies based on project location; must be able to travel up to 100% of the time.
- May involve temporary relocation for up to 2 years.
- Must be willing and able to travel to customer sites throughout the U.S.
Working Conditions
- Physical Demands: Sedentary work but be capable of being of standing and operating in a job site with limited access for up 10 hours a day.
- Force Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; minimal force frequently.
- Motor Skills: Frequent use of fine motor, hand, and finger skills for computer, phone, and writing tasks.
- Environment: Primarily office-based, be able to transition to working on construction sites.
- Noise Level: Quiet to moderate.
Job Type: Full-time
- Benefits & Career Growth:
- 401(k) with company matching
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement plan
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Ameritech Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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