Assistant Project Manager

D Watts Construction

$85K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years' experience in a general contracting environment.
  • High school diploma required; B.S. in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities.
  • Proficiency or willingness to learn software like Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Procore, and PlanGrid.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with D|Watts' safety standards.
  • Organize and prioritize paperwork and submissions.
  • Track and manage material delivery timelines.
  • Archive and manage contact records.
  • Establish initial documentation flows for projects.
  • Record and distribute meeting minutes.
  • Organize and maintain all project files effectively.
  • Support the superintendent with quality control initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the superintendent to develop project plans.
  • Facilitate communication with subcontractors during the project lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities within a supportive team environment.
  • Access to advanced project management tools and systems.
  • Experience on diverse and engaging projects.
  • Opportunity to build strong relationships across various stakeholders.
  • Positive company culture that emphasizes teamwork and customer service.
Full Job Description
About the Role

As an Assistant Project Manager with D|Watts you will assist with the smooth and timely completion of interior office buildouts and help exceed client expectations on every project. Your role as an APM will be to assist with the planning, organization, and management of the day-to-day operations, as well as any other responsibilities your Project Manager sees fit.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains adherence to the D|Watts standards of safety
  • Prioritizes paperwork and submittal process
  • Maintains material delivery status
  • Archives contact records
  • Sets up the initial paperwork flow for projects
  • Maintains and distributes meeting minutes
  • Manages all project files following the proper organization structure
  • Assists the superintendent in quality control
  • Works with the superintendent in the formulation of the project plan
  • Maintains communication with subcontractors throughout the project

Qualifications

  • At least 2 years' experience working for a General Contractor
  • High school diploma required, B.S. in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management is preferred
  • Must possess a valid current driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to read construction drawings
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills
  • Problem solving and negotiation skills
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills
  • Knowledge of or the ability to learn the following systems: Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Bluebeam, Procore, and PlanGrid
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors and vendors
  • Approach all situations with a customer service-oriented attitude
  • Take initiative and seek responsibility


The pay range for this role is:

85,000 - 105,000 USD per year (Main Office )

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