Assistant Project Manager

General DescriptionThe Assistant Project Manager II (APM II) will assist/support the Project Manager (PM) on project tasks as assigned, follow-up on deliverables, and review with the PM. This position will be responsible for the coordination of engineering, estimating, project controls, client presentations, procurement, and construction activities during the development and execution phase(s) of the project. Work assignments may include supporting multiple projects concurrently. While not otherwise involved in project-specific work, the APM II will support other project and proposal efforts, or may work with, or do rotations with the various operational support groups. DutiesCoordinates engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction activities during the development and execution phase(s) of the projectAssists PM in the development of the initial project schedule in conjunction with engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction management personnelParticipates in value engineering and constructability reviewsWorks with procurement to develop subcontractor and vendor scopes of work and schedules exhibits to the contracts for review by PM before processingWorks with the appropriate Safety personnel on all safety-related issues, including but not limited to, development and implementation of the project-specific safety plan, reporting of incidents, and supporting the investigation of incidentsAssists the PM with project schedule and helps prepare monthly project review reports for the project management team and Senior ManagementSupports project by conducting financial reviews and closeouts on a monthly basisAssists with RFI submittals utilizing QISG’s document management systemProvides feedback to improve Quality of all technical, commercial, and administrative deliverables for projectsAssists in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packagesMonitors progress of overall design, procurement, and construction of the projectFacilitates Project Close-Out and Warranty administrationPerforms post-construction cost review and reporting and participates in lessons learnedPerforms any other duties assigned by the PM, including acting as PM when PM is unavailable (when deemed qualified by PM/Operations Director)Adheres to internal standards, policies, and proceduresRequired Experience and EducationBachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or equivalent field; equivalent work experience, or combination of work and education, may be substituted2+ years of construction project experience, including various aspects of construction planning and management including, but not limited to engineering, estimating, bidding, preparing, and administering purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, cost control, document control, etc. Preferred Experience and Education· Prior experience in EPC/design build as well as the Power Delivery (substation, transmission & distribution) industry Skills· Self-starter · Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team· Strong problem evaluation/solving skills· Understanding of the project design process for projects· Understanding of integrated EPC process· Understanding of construction means and methods· Ability to interact effectively and professionally with other team members· Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)· Strong organizational and time management skills· Strong communication skills (verbal and written)· Familiarity with estimating, scheduling, and project management software and processes Travel RequirementsTravel: YesPercent of Time: Up to 50%, or as project needs require