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Novo Construction Inc

Assistant Project Manager

Novo Construction Inc, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Job Description NOVO Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for projects. Candidate should possess a minimum of 4+ years of commercial construction experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Architecture, LEED AP preferred, estimating skills, understanding of all building trades materials and methods with a special emphasis on Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping trades, strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Candidate will report to the Project Manager or Project Executive and will be based at the project site working directly with the Project Superintendent with the possibility of managing project engineers and support staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned on an individual basis.

Pre-construction

Attend and conduct project job walks

Prepare Request for Proposals

Analyze subcontractor proposals and generate Bid Tabulations

Produce quantity take-offs for multiple disciplines

Contribute constructability reviews as member of the extended Design Team

Actively participate in the General Contractor proposal and interview process

Safety

Conduct daily project walks with Superintendent

Work with Safety Director to establish Site Specific Safety Plans

Coordinate and review Job Hazard Analysis and High Risk activities with Safety Director and entire construction team

Monitor and prepare safety reports with Safety Director for individual client requirements

Contract Administration

Draft Owner / Client contracts and Subcontract agreements for review by SPM or PX

Function as main point of contact with Subcontractor’s field and office personnel

Review and prepare Subcontractor invoices for PM or PX approval on a monthly basis

Cost Control

Manage project budget and scope utilizing ProLog

Identify, track and manage scope and change orders both Owner / Client and Subcontractor

Prepare and present Owner / Client change orders in a timely and complete mannerRoute and approve subcontractor and material invoices

Prepare Owner / Client and internal project updates on a monthly basis

Execute Owner / Client and subcontractor financial close-out

Document Control

Develop, track and manage RFI, Submittal and Change Order Logs

Generate action item lists and follow-through to completion

Coordinate and update Master Drawing Set and logs

Distribute project drawings, addenda, design changes, RFIs, submittals and documentation to extended team

Monitor and log 3rd party testing, project access and logistics plans

Scheduling

Prepare, monitor and update Master Schedule

Work with Project Superintendent to identify project progress to date

Identify potential project impacts and proposed solutions

Prepare 3-wk Rolling Schedules

Meetings

Conduct weekly Subcontractor Meeting with Project Superintendent

Attend and contribute in weekly Owner, Architect and Contractor meetings

Present RFI, Submittal and Change Order Logs

Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and project documents to extended team

Technical Ability

Utilize engineering or construction management background to identify field issues and suggest potential alternates

Review subcontractor and vendor drawings and submittals for adherence to plans and specifications

Conduct coordination meetings with Architects, Engineers and multiple subcontractor trades

Interface with Architect and Engineers to efficiently resolve technical issues and convey information to field and entire team

Working knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), advanced technology facilities, strong M / E / P / F background and best industry practice for design and construction is beneficial

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture

Must possess a minimum of 4 years of commercial construction experience

Flexible with ability to manage multiple tasks / projects concurrently

Resourceful, with respect to problem identification and resolution

Able to operate in a fast paced working environment with minimal direction from Senior Management.

LEED AP preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ProLog (or similar project management software, Scheduling software (MS Project and / or Primavera), accounting systems and software, and estimating software

Strong verbal and written communication skills

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