The Assistant Project Manager (APM) plays a critical role in supporting the Project Manager in overseeing multifamily construction projects from initiation through completion. This includes coordinating day-to-day operations, communicating with project stakeholders, and ensuring that the project meets quality, budget, and schedule goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Support: Assist the Project Manager in all phases of the construction process, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including RFIs, change orders, submittals, and other essential project records.
Subcontractor Coordination: Collaborate with subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of services and materials, resolve any issues, and maintain project timelines.
Quality Assurance: Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, company standards, and safety protocols.
Budget Tracking: Monitor project expenses, assist with financial reporting, and ensure alignment with the project budget.
Scheduling: Assist in creating, updating, and maintaining project schedules, coordinating with the project team to meet key milestones.
Client and Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a liaison between the project team, clients, and other stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns.
Safety Management: Promote and enforce a safe work environment by ensuring adherence to all company and OSHA safety standards.
Issue Resolution: Identify, troubleshoot, and assist in resolving project-related issues promptly, escalating as needed to ensure project continuity.
Change Order Management: Assist with change order documentation, approvals, and tracking.
Project Closeout: Support the project closeout process, ensuring all documentation is complete, final inspections are conducted, and punch-list items are addressed.
Qualifications:
Experience: 2-5 years of experience in construction, with a preference for multifamily project experience.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Knowledge: Familiarity with multifamily construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project), Microsoft Office Suite, and basic financial reporting.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying and resolving project-related challenges.
Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with the project team, promoting a positive, team-oriented environment.