What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Assistant position at GLA Morris Construction, Inc.?
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS
FULL-TIME, EXEMPT
GLA Morris Construction, Inc. is an award-winning general contractor based in the historic mountain community of Truckee, CA. We are well-established, having been in operation for nearly 30 years, providing a full suite of professional construction services to the Northern Sierra region. Our people are the best part of our company -- they are the foundation of our success -- and together we offer the expertise and large-scale infrastructure of an award-winning builder.
Our resources include fleets of commercial vehicles and heavy equipment, professional office personnel, and in-house specialty trades which allow us to self-perform much of our work. Since 1995, our “relationship-first” philosophy has guided our thriving industry relationships and produced countless testimonials of client success.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our long-standing Commercial Division in Truckee, CA. This position is Full-Time (Exempt) and reports directly to the Project Manager.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting construction projects by coordinating with the project team and executing the administrative aspects of a project. This role requires individuals to possess strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams of building and design professionals. They must also be highly organized, excelling in a fast-paced office environment by multitasking and prioritizing daily tasks. The ideal candidate will have a mix of 2-4 years of construction and professional office experience with the desire to advance in a construction management role. Applicants should have a degree in a field relevant to construction or industry certification, and be proficient with software (MS Office, MS Project, basic CAD/take-off/design analysis ability) and technology to succeed in this role.
REPORTS TO:
Project Manager
PROFESSIONAL DELIVERABLES:
These results are expected from a top-performing Assistant Project Manager.
Project Setup: Ensure that proper tools are in place prior to the beginning of a project.
- Prepare and submit Prime Contracts and Subcontracts to the Project Manager for review and release to appropriate ownership and project partners
- Collect and organize all Construction Documents including plans, specifications, and drawings for permit application requirements and approved change orders
- Navigate Planning & Building departments, municipalities, and agencies to secure all necessary permits as requested by the Senior Project Manager
- Build and maintain project logs for tracking RFPs, RFIs, RFCs, Submittals, and Applications for Payment
Project Closeout: Ensure that necessary documentation is in place to close out the project.
- Gather, prepare, and submit regulatory paperwork and certifications to appropriate agencies as required to obtain final approval
- Compile and distribute O&M manual to appropriate ownership
- Distribute all punch lists and follow up as necessary to ensure timely completion of punch list work
- Collect all required closeout documents for certification; assemble closeout documents and address non-compliant subcontractors directly for compliance
Operational Excellence: Plan effectively
- Ensure subcontracts and insurance & bonds certificates are current and received prior to the performance of labor by subcontractors at the worksite
- Distribute short interval and full-term project schedules; ensure subcontractors have the most up-to-date Scopes of Work; assist with managing the overall project schedule
- Prepare all project meeting agendas and distribute associated Construction Documents to project partners as directed by the Project Manager
- Collect superintendent daily reports, weekly project photos, and safety documentation; review for completeness and file within appropriate project folders
Pride in our Workmanship: Build responsibly
- Attend weekly project meetings as required; keep detailed meeting minutes for reporting to project stakeholders
- Quality counts! Follow through on completion of assigned tasks, communicate your challenges, and always do your best
Relationship Management: Develop critical relationships
- Maintain client relationships at the appropriate level by reinforcing the Company’s commitment to world-class service and client care
- Promote positive third-party relations by being professional and dealing fairly with vendors and subcontractors
Team Player: Flexible and quick to adapt to evolving needs
- Excel in a fast-paced, team environment by working collaboratively to achieve shared goals; seek to strengthen weaknesses so as to become a versatile, all-around team contributor
- Act with integrity, maintaining the highest ethical standards while managing with safety & profitability in mind
- Demonstrate a passion to get things done; can be counted on to execute on time with quality work and superior results
BENEFITS:
- Join an award-winning, well-established company with over 29 years of service
- Competitive salary bonus eligibility
- Company-sponsored laptop and/or tablet computer
- Family company culture with opportunities for career advancement
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- construction management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
