Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant project management or supervision in construction
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
In-depth knowledge of construction materials and processes
Advanced ability to read blueprints and understand safety standards like UBC and OSHA
Proficient in mathematical concepts relevant to construction tasks
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary client contact for project scope and resource needs
Oversee entire construction process to align with project design and timelines
Interface effectively with clients, architects, and contractors
Plan and manage onsite activities including scheduling and engineering tasks
Supervise onsite staff and ensure compliance with contract obligations
Provide technical guidance and maintain records for changes in project scope
Ensure efficient use of resources and uphold contractual performance standards
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program for personal support
401k plan with employer contributions
Generous paid time off policy
Incentives through a bonus program
Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance
FAMLI leave for family and medical needs
Full Job Description
Founded in 1972, Saunders Construction provides integrated construction management, general contracting (CM/GC) and commercial real estate development services to a variety of market types in the Rocky Mountain region. Our values are why we exist and the cornerstone of all our decisions. Our reputation and relationships are based on Care, Collaboration, Commitment and Community. Ranked as one of the largest contractors in Colorado, Saunders has over $8 billion in successful projects encompassing a diverse portfolio of work across 18 market types.
In addition, Saunders is dedicated to corporate social responsibility (CSR). CSR at Saunders recognizes that investing in our people, focusing on safety, improving business processes, and reducing environmental impact adds value in our industry.
Position Title Assistant Project Manager Classification FLSA Exempt Salary Range $88K - $100K/year Reports to Project Manager Position Type Full-Time
Purpose of the Role
The Assistant Project Manager will provide overall administrative and technical management on construction project sites from bid preparation through final acceptance by client.
Functions / Duties
Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project
Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule.
Interfacing with client representatives, AE representatives, other contractors, etc.
Plan, coordinate and supervise onsite functions (scheduling, engineering, material control, and may provide day-to-day direction of onsite administrative staff in accounting, purchasing, etc.)
Oversite of craft employees and/or other contractors as required by the contract
Provide technical assistance, i.e., interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc., as required. Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders
Assume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials & equipment, and contractual performance of the project
Four year engineering degree, construction management degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
Minimum of five years of project management, estimating, and/or craft supervision experience in the construction industry
Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills essential
Thorough working knowledge of general construction materials, processes and systems
Advanced blue print reading, working knowledge of UBC and OSHA safety practices. Construction sequencing and scheduling
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Physical Demands
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position:
Spends approximately 50% of the time sitting, and 50% of the time either standing or walking while on the job
Occasionally* lifts up to 50 lbs, when moving project binders, office supplies or files, and may stoop, kneel, crouch, and balance while performing these same functions
Occasionally required to climb, crawl, stoop and negotiate ladders, stairs or other routes at and within project sites in order to fulfill duties
Constantly uses verbal and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as E-Mail, telephone and radio
Constantly employs eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery such as computer keyboard
Constantly utilizes full scope of visual capacity to travel to project sites and observe/verify project progress in addition to operating automated office equipment
Constantly
Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
Frequently
Activity exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Occasionally
Activity exists less the 1/3 of the time.
Saunders Construction's Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Section 125 Plan
401k Plan / Safe Harbor plan
Paid Time Off
Bonus Program
Employer Paid Term Life Insurance
FAMLI Leave
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
