The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting the Project Manager in development and construction projects and is the key liaison between vendors, architects, contractors, and clients.
About Compass
Active working principal led firm with substantial opportunity for training and upward mobility
Agile and progressive thinkers who work creatively to delivery projects and keep client's satisfied
Wide range of projects and new developments
Freedom and opportunity to excel with necessary support and training to guarantee mutual benefit from time working together
Core Competencies Required
Ability to read and understand project drawings and specifications (all disciplines)
General understanding of entire development and construction process from start to finish
Prior experience working for or directly with commercial general contractor
General understanding of contract format and structure
General understanding of commercial real estate lease structures and various lease work letter requirements
Prior procurement experience
• Willingness to listen and learn from the process in place. • Creative problem solver with ability to see the next steps and take action to move projects forward.
Day to Day
Organize, plan, and keep open communication between various project stakeholders and clients
Help with procurement and contracts
Invoice approvals and cost tracking
Help build project schedules and track progress and conduct detailed coordination meetings
Conduct site visits with an eye for identifying potential issues before they arise
About the Work
The firm is responsible for helping our clients successfully develop commercial construction projects ranging from office, R&D, laboratory, and high-end retail by offering owner's representation and project management services. We have many repeat clients and project scope ranges from tenant improvement and reposition of existing assets, acquisition and disposition services, and ground-up development. The role of assistant project manager will be to support the senior project manager in all required project tasks which will range from conducting site visits, organizing and managing vendor meetings, reviewing drawings, creating schedules, and managing project finances.