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James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) · 7 hours ago

Assistant Project Manager

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$88K/yr - $105K/yr

2+ years exp

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) is redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all. The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Project Management Team with the daily management, coordination, and execution of the construction process, including safety management, quality, cost management, and scheduling to ensure successful project completion.

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Responsibilities

Enforce the DAVIS Safety program in accordance with DAVIS Policies and Processes, local, state, and federal laws to include all subcontractors

Participate in and reports on safety walks

Assist in the development of project-specific safety plan and orientation process

Obtain and maintain current certifications for First Aid, CPR and OSHA

Provide an operational support role in the project pre-construction services and bidding process to include preparing cost estimates, generating scopes of work, preparing preliminary schedule and site logistics as required

Participate in the development of DAVIS Bid or GMP Package to include proper development of trade scopes, solicit and review subcontractor and material supplier bids, comprehensive project schedule and any necessary bid clarifications for review and approval by senior staff

Assist with buy-out process

Develop, or assist with the implementation of the project budget

Under the direction of senior management, negotiate and issue subcontract agreements, purchase orders, subcontractor submittal and RFI management, subcontract change orders, subcontractor schedule management, and subcontractor close out management

Provide support information to the detailed project construction progress schedule in coordination with Superintendent, Project Manager, subcontractors and suppliers; update the schedule on a timely basis or as required by the Project with guidance from the primary Project Manager and Superintendent

Assist in the preparation and maintain tracking logs for contract documents, submittals, shop drawings, requests for information (RFI’s), change orders, and material deliveries

Review of submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information (RFI’s), including coordination with contract documents, with guidance from Superintendent and Project Manager

Assist in sustainability and LEED tracking

Maintain a complete, current and accurate set of contract documents and 'as-builts'; electronically post and update drawings with RFIs and submittals

Prepare change proposals, negotiate, execute, and issue change orders to subcontractors and others; prepare revisions to the budget, as a result of change orders

Utilize subcontract terms and know how they apply to various situations on a project

Track and obtain properly executed documents to include contracts, insurance certificates, bonds and other documents as required

Assist and / or lead with project meetings, internal, owner or subcontract meetings, as required with supervision of lead Project Manager

Prepare subcontractor meeting agenda and supporting materials; begin to run weekly meetings with assistance / participation

Maintain meeting notes and issue meeting minutes that have been reviewed and approved by Project Manager

Assist and / or lead in the preparation of the Project Status Report (PSR) to include project safety reports; updating cost management items, schedule, and tracking document; identifying risk; and generating project photos

Review, approve and code the subcontractor and vendor invoices, as directed

Lead and / or partner with DAVIS Superintendent to run subcontractor preconstruction, progress, and coordination meetings, including the issuance of meeting minutes, as directed

Assist in the development of site logistics and sequencing diagrams; create the documents using proper software systems

Assist in monthly project owner invoicing as required including subcontractor invoicing reviews, material invoicing review, budget management

Assist and / or lead in the management of project closeout process with preparing and completing the job close out check lists, punch list process, collecting and issuing project close out documentation

Gather documentation necessary to assist / execute financial closeout with owner, subcontractor and / or vendor disputes

Take progress photos and save onto server; issue a photo report, as necessary

Perform other duties as assigned

Participate in the implementation, and utilize the DAVIS Quality Management system in the execution of the project

Using DAVIS standards, review and prepare proper submittals to comply with contract documents

Assist with the implementation of the budget/cost control process, change management process, invoicing process, Project Status Report process, schedule control and maintenance process in accordance with the DAVIS quality standards on a consistent basis

Create and manage quality control and deficiency logs utilizing Latista, or similar software

Assist in the development of thorough scopes of work for each trade to ensure buy-out completeness

Assist in the process to solicit, review and analyze bids from subcontractors and material suppliers for correct scope of work; assuring accuracy

Learn and coordinate with other project team members to assure adherence to Best Practices

Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values

Take the necessary steps in following tasks through to completion

Demonstrate involvement in DAVIS sponsored activities and industry-related events

Participate with the retention and recruiting of current and future DAVIS employees

Responsible for Project Engineer and Project Coordinator duties, as required to provide back up to office staff when key personnel are absent

Team with DAVIS Superintendent to assist and / or lead the construction process for the duration of the project

Actively participates and promotes a collaborative environment with owners, property managers, design team members, co-workers, subcontractors, vendors and other contractors to enhance effective communication

Work well with others at all levels; fosters the spirit of cooperation to create a collaborative team environment

Effectively communicate with DAVIS team, owners, architects, and subcontractors from preconstruction through project completion

Develop strong relationships with project team through owners meeting, project meetings, internal, and / or subcontract meetings

Participate in presentations for potential projects, internal corporate initiatives, etc

Provide and use subcontractor qualification reports to assess subcontractor performance to provide project teams with strategic guidance

Identify and execute a proactive approach to solving project issues including supporting active research, coordination with other DAVIS resources, connecting with Subcontractor community as necessary to help foster creative solutions

Write fully coordinated RFI’s that offer solutions and field information to the design team

Implement solutions in a timely manner

Manage task priorities and execute effectively

Organize workflow, workspace, files and resources effectively

Know the details of the project while maintaining a big picture outlook

Demonstrate sense of urgency related to project billing and change order execution

Fulfill attendance and commitment expectations

Execute timeliness of project specific duties

Prepare, maintain and complete the job start-up and closeout checklists

Mentor and assist subordinate project team members

Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients

Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can do attitude

Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others

Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and / or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

Qualification

Construction ManagementProject Management SoftwareSafety ManagementCost EstimationContract AdministrationSchedulingGeneral ContractingFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationOSHA CertificationTime ManagementCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field or equivalent construction experience

Minimum of two (2) years previous construction experience

Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction project management, including safety standards

Demonstrated ability to: understand and learn technical systems and processes and show initiative, self-motivation, decision making and appropriate level of commitment to job

Exhibit the skills necessary to take on entry level management and leadership roles

Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills

Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently

Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization

MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook experience

Project management and scheduling software experience (i.e. Primavera, MS Project, or other)

Certifications for First Aid, CPR and OSHA 30-hour

General Contracting experience

Benefits

100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family)

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability benefits

Annual contribution to your HSA

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off + annual holidays

Financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP)

FSAs

Fertility and family-forming assistance

Continuing education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

On-site fitness center

Parental leave

Company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities

Company

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS)

Recognized and ranked as a leading general contractor and employer, we have built our business around five core values: Trust, Excellence in Service, Inclusion, Integrity, and Building Relationships.

Founded in 1966

Rockville, Maryland, USA

201-500 employees