Assistant Project Manager

Summary

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager by providing direction, coordinate or budgets activities concerned with the construction of cellular towers and/or upgrades. Participates in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Values safety over and above all other considerations
• Work with superintendents, foremen and Construction Managers to plan, organize and direct activities concerned with all construction projects
• Work with Construction Manager and construction crews to ensure objectives, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications
• Confer with supervisors, foremen and Construction Managers to discuss such matters as work procedures, complaints and construction problems
• Initiate and maintain liaison with owners and other stakeholders to facilitate project activities
• Monitor project through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget
• Assist with investigations potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings
• Maintain good relationship with the customer
• May requisition supplies, materials and sub-contractors to complete project
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, etc.
• Draft and update reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling
• Assign workers to construction sites to work on specified projects
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 20 pounds; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes regularly
• Must be willing to travel out of market/state, for up to several months at a time (50-70%)
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing and participate in random testing program
• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours
• Position requires working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather
• Must possess valid drivers license and are required to drive company vehicles

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven working experience in tower construction management
• Knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods and the ability to manage and work within a budget
• Knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
• Understanding the tower construction process
• Familiarity with construction management software package
• Time and project management skill/experience

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with a typical work schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with overtime requirements as required.

Travel

Travel is required for this position, usually between 50 to 70% of the time.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors of Science degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field experience preferred
• Three years experience in tower construction management

EEO Statement

EasTex Tower provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability and genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, EasTex Tower complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.