Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Construction)

Front Line Consulting

Frontline Consulting focuses on providing Program Management and Process Improvements. We are a Veteran owned and Veteran managed company committed to improving the holistic performance of the organizations that seek our services.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Project Manager to work with a large state agency on various projects.

This position is based out of an office in Albany, NY.

Travel may be required within New York State, depending on assignment.

Position Scope

The Assistant Project Manager, under the guidance of the Project Manager, performs technical and administrative functions required to assist the Project Manager to develop and complete the design and construction of capital improvement projects on behalf of client State agencies.

Daily Tasks

• Read, review, interpret and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and other related documents and recommends approaches to resolving issues/completing assignments to Project Manager.
• Conduct and/or attend project meetings, progress meetings and coordination meetings.
• Develop necessary meeting documentation including meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and necessary meeting materials
• Track and maintain open items logs and action item assignments to the assist Project Manager.
• Prepare project-related presentation materials and reports for stakeholders, client agencies and OGS D&C management team
• Review, process and make recommendations for approval of payment requisitions for design consultants supporting the project
• Obtain and evaluate consultant proposals and make recommendations to the Project Manager. Write necessary work order assignments to engage design consultants to advance work on the project.
• Develop, monitor and maintain project records.
• Utilize the project management system to update and maintain relevant project data in enterprise databases.
• Utilize project data to prepare status reports and other specialized reports.
• Assist project manager to maintain project schedule and ensure timely project delivery. Evaluate and make recommendations related to project schedules and budgets, and develop recovery plans related to project quality, budget and schedule.
• Coordinate with design consultants and OGS D&C team to progress project design.
• Review and process construction documents, forms, etc. to prepare a project to be bid in accordance with OGS D&C standards.
• Review project documents (e.g., reports, specifications, drawings, etc.) to ensure the project meets the client’s intended programmatic and technical needs.
• Coordinate and participate in construction contract duration meetings to develop appropriate construction schedules with the project team.
• Monitor the status of projects and issues related to those projects during construction. Assist project manager with review of Informational Bulleting (IBs), responses to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), and review.
• Perform site visits; assess conditions, monitor and observe construction, installation and testing of building systems and technology, operation and maintenance of buildings and/or facilities.

• Assist Project Manager with ensuring compliance with contract provisions and the quality of design and construction work performed by architects, engineers, contractors and consultants.
• Assist project manager with coordination and communication with client agencies and assist in the resolution of issues where appropriate.
• Manage assigned projects under the direction of the Project Manager.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• May conduct or participate in quality assurance field inspections associated with assigned projects.
• Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with attendance and leave policies.
• Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management plus two years of relevant experience.

Minimum of Six years experience in commercial construction

Minimum of Four years as an Assistant Project Manager, Superintendent, or Project Engineer with experience in public or private proposals, compliance, and construction.

Understanding of all facets of the construction process

Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and related construction documents.

Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Competency with AutoCAD and/or Revit

OSHA 30

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent leadership skills

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; both verbally and in writing

Familiarity with scheduling software (Primavera P6) is preferred

Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems (Microsoft Project, Procure, Bluebeam etc.)

Physical Demands:

Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work-safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site. Requires physical mobility (movement from place to place), strength, dexterity, and coordination. Requires endurance, concentration (prolonged physical activity with limited opportunity to rest) and complex and time-pressured decision-making.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Public Agency: 1 year (Preferred)
• Commercial construction: 6 years (Preferred)
• APM/PE/Superintendent: 4 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office/Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• OSHA 30 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $125,000