Vanir Construction Management
Assistant Project Manager
Job Locations
US-TX-Austin
Job ID
2025-5005
Category
Construction / Project Management
Type
Full-Time
About Vanir
Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. Job Description
The Assistant Project Manager assists with providing the planning, coordination, and direction for project management activities to ensure they meet owner needs, specifications, cost, and schedule, from initial project identification through construction closeout. May supervise office/field administrative staff or project/field engineers and other assigned staff. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists the Project Manager in developing project specific procedures, documentation and related A/E systems for the project. Coordinates, directs and monitors activities related to staff and site facilities such as moving classrooms, offices, other school facilities within or between school sites
Represents owner, Vanir and related parties in public forums and meetings
Helps coordinate constructability and peer reviews, estimating and budgets, phasing, contract document preparation, outreach, and bidding activities
Responsible for project closeout activities including punch lists, trainings, securing record drawings, guarantees, warranties, O&Ms, related provisions and final project delivery to Owner
Obtains, maintains, and manages data, information, communication, and approvals required by project and company requirements between owner, architects, engineers, and other project-related entities
Assists in the management of project controls, cost, and performance activities and procedures, project logistics, change management, contract documents, organization, systems and project closeout.
Monitors the progress of the project team and provides routine reporting through daily reports & progress photos, Bi-Weekly progress reports, Submittal & RFI Logs, Change Order Logs
Supports project meetings to include documentation, administration, and tracking of relevant information and statuses
May assist in coordinating and monitoring activities of construction management staff, contractors, engineers, architects, and related performing entities Knowledge of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure compliance with construction/project requirements Performs other duties as required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent is required (Extensive relevant project management experience in place of education may be considered) Minimum of 5 years of construction experience as an Assistant Project Manager (preferred), with 3 years in the Education Sector is preferred. Knowledge of project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, Knowledge of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure compliance with construction/project requirements engineering/construction principles is required Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, and experience with project-related systems such as Prolog/Procore and Primavera are required Proficiency with various document control systems, as well as new construction and modernization of K-12 schools is preferred Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in written formats.
Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$90,000.00. Benefits Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program. How to Apply
If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact Email: careers@vanir.com Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations. We Participate in E-Verify Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #LI-SF1
Job Locations
US-TX-Austin
Job ID
2025-5005
Category
Construction / Project Management
Type
Full-Time
About Vanir
Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. Job Description
The Assistant Project Manager assists with providing the planning, coordination, and direction for project management activities to ensure they meet owner needs, specifications, cost, and schedule, from initial project identification through construction closeout. May supervise office/field administrative staff or project/field engineers and other assigned staff. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists the Project Manager in developing project specific procedures, documentation and related A/E systems for the project. Coordinates, directs and monitors activities related to staff and site facilities such as moving classrooms, offices, other school facilities within or between school sites
Represents owner, Vanir and related parties in public forums and meetings
Helps coordinate constructability and peer reviews, estimating and budgets, phasing, contract document preparation, outreach, and bidding activities
Responsible for project closeout activities including punch lists, trainings, securing record drawings, guarantees, warranties, O&Ms, related provisions and final project delivery to Owner
Obtains, maintains, and manages data, information, communication, and approvals required by project and company requirements between owner, architects, engineers, and other project-related entities
Assists in the management of project controls, cost, and performance activities and procedures, project logistics, change management, contract documents, organization, systems and project closeout.
Monitors the progress of the project team and provides routine reporting through daily reports & progress photos, Bi-Weekly progress reports, Submittal & RFI Logs, Change Order Logs
Supports project meetings to include documentation, administration, and tracking of relevant information and statuses
May assist in coordinating and monitoring activities of construction management staff, contractors, engineers, architects, and related performing entities Knowledge of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure compliance with construction/project requirements Performs other duties as required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent is required (Extensive relevant project management experience in place of education may be considered) Minimum of 5 years of construction experience as an Assistant Project Manager (preferred), with 3 years in the Education Sector is preferred. Knowledge of project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, Knowledge of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure compliance with construction/project requirements engineering/construction principles is required Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, and experience with project-related systems such as Prolog/Procore and Primavera are required Proficiency with various document control systems, as well as new construction and modernization of K-12 schools is preferred Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in written formats.
Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$90,000.00. Benefits Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program. How to Apply
If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact Email: careers@vanir.com Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations. We Participate in E-Verify Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #LI-SF1