Assistant Construction Project Manager/Office Administrator

Job Summary: It is the responsibility to help with the organization, supervision and coordination of construction projects with onsite and office staff in order to complete the work on schedule, within the budget and to the quality of workmanship specified. This individual will be responsible for submitting proposals and the follow-up on new construction projects. They will assist with submitting pay applications and follow up on previously submitted documents. They will also assist with bookkeeping functions as needed. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: - Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with all those involved in the project - To meet at regular intervals with the Owners to keep them currently advised on the status of cost versus budget and the progress of the work - To coordinate the functions of the estimating, scheduling, purchasing, accounting and operations departments as they relate to the progress and completion of the project under his/her direction - To have a complete and thorough knowledge and understanding of the Contract Documents, change orders and pay applications - To see that all drawings and specifications are examined, prior to beginning construction, for design deficiencies, impractical details and possible code violations, and through a meeting with the Owners and GC to bring them to a resolution - To have the correct equipment, manpower, supplies scheduled and delivered on time for the appropriate projects. - To see that the prescribed quality control measures and safety plans are implemented and maintained throughout the life of the project - To assure that everyone understands his/her own responsibilities of those whom he/she is working - To utilize skills to run multiple projects as efficiently as possible Skills In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles Good knowledge of MS Office Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Excellent organizational and time-management skills A team player with leadership abilities