Assistant Project Manager

Location

Maryland Heights, MO | United States

Job description

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

As an Assistant Project Manager, you partner with leadership to understand, evaluate, develop, and execute scopes of work and the overall management of one or more projects at a time. From soliciting and approving proposals from subcontractors to preparing project schedules, your attention to detail ensures a smooth operation. You tackle problems head-on, stepping in when additional responsibilities arise to support and assist crews. As the gatekeeper of paperwork and documentation, you maintain accurate records and reports. Safety and quality are paramount, and you ensure work is being performed up to industry and First Onsite standards.

Your proactive approach will be crucial as you monitor project budgets, profit margins, and schedules, communicating with leadership and taking immediate action when necessary. Acting as a liaison between leadership, clients, subcontractors, and in-house personnel, you foster effective communication and collaboration. With a keen eye for detail, you manage defined scopes of work, review change orders, and ensure accurate billing. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, and you're thrilled to contribute to our success, knowing that First Onsite support and encourage your professional growth and development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum:
  • 2 years restoration/construction industry experience
  • Basic industry training and five (5) current certifications
  • Intermediate computer skills - MS, Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook (Emails)
  • Intermediate ability in reading and understanding Xactimate scopes and blueprints/architectural plans
  • Advanced knowledge of local, state, and federal code requirements
• Knowledge and experience with construction drawings, specifications, and other construction related documents including take offs required
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Degree preferred
• Valid driver's license required

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must manage working in a busy, service-oriented team under stress to meet deadlines, deal with competing priorities, and demanding service requirements
• Must be able to work overtime, on weekends and able to respond 24/7
• May attend disaster sites and be near hazardous environments and conditions. Travel may be required

First Onsite provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.

First Onsite (and its Companies) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Third party resume submissions not accepted. Any resume submitted will be considered the property of THE COMPANY, and THE COMPANY will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Subject to Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and/or ordinances, applicant must be able to pass Background Check and Pre-employment Drug Screen.

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Salary

$26 - $28 per hour