Assistant Project Manager - Mission Critical

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Project Manager/Estimator’s primary duty is to assist the Project Manager/Estimator in managing contract work from start to finish, including scheduling, cost containment, monitoring progress, ensuring compliance, and maintaining client contact, which may involve working on job sites for the duration of the project. Review plans and specifications, gather quantities, and work with the Project Manager to execute the final bid proposal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work directly with the Project Manager, managing the project from start to finish, may include working on jobsite for the project duration.
• Review plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project.
• Maintains project schedules.
• Assists with planning, organization, execution, and managing the day-to-day operations while keeping the project within budget.
• Identify resource requirements and gaps.
• Assists in recognizing, substantiating, and solidifying change orders.
• Monitor project performance.
• Informs the Project Manager of job progress daily.
• Review job sites before bidding to make appropriate estimates.
• Completes an accurate material takeoff utilizing industry-specific software programs including but not limited to AGTEK, Excel, Bluebeam, etc., and perform hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project.
• Calculates quantities (square yard, linear feet, cubic yard, each, etc.) for each project to factor materials needed and material movement.
• Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers. Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid.
• Collects quotes on materials required for the project.
• Constructs the bid by adding activities (work to be completed), crews, and equipment and adjusting production rates.
• Prints out bid proposals to create proposals. Sends/delivers to the owner or general contractor of each bid in the time frame required.
• Determines results of bids by contacting General Contractors or communication from the bid runner for publicly awarded jobs.
• Collaborates with the Project Manager to manage the project following job award.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with current clients and be responsible for creating relationships with potential future clients.
• Assures that Leadership is informed on all matters of relative importance.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Construction Management or Civil Engineering from a four-year college or university; or a minimum of 3-5 years experience managing projects and bidding/estimating projects; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, when working with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business associates. Must communicate directions and information and speak effectively before groups as well as individuals. Must also have good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Must know standard conversions used in the construction industry.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, and internal safety complaints. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of Bidding and Project Management software, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Ability to seek counsel when needed and use a variety of resources.
• Ability to develop and nurture lasting client relationships.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all Company policies and procedures.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista and HCSS construction software is preferred.

OTHER:

• This is a Safety Sensitive Role. Must be able to pass all pre-employment drug tests and background checks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).
• Requires 8 to 10-hour workdays, Monday – Friday.
• Travel requirement is 80-100% to job sites throughout the United States.

Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in an office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, and, on occasion, attend off-site meetings. The employee may occasionally encounter high noise levels, but hearing protection is provided and required.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Most often, in an office environment, however, job site travel is required. The employee frequently works alone and with others. Frequently exposed to variable work environments, including unique conditions outside a typical office environment. Occasionally exposed to moving machinery, odors, dust, and pressurized equipment. Occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. May be exposed to environmental conditions, loud noises, and variable weather, including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat.

Additional Job Description:

The base compensation range for this role is $86,000 - $112,500. 

The hourly rate may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience. 

Benefits offered to Union craft workers include: 

• 401k, Employee Assistance Program 

For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, benefits vary due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority. 

Who Are We?
Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

Never settle, dig deeper

Our Core Values

• Deliberately Safe We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making.

• Build with Intention We build with intention. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. We leave things better than we found them, and never leave a job until we’re proud to put the Veit name on it.

• Leaders Dig First Egos have no place at Veit. We expect everyone on our team to dig in with a leadership mentality. That means being willing to jump in, take ownership, and get mud on our boots — especially when times get challenging.

• Real Relationships Like our work, we approach relationships authentically, with a long-term mindset. Whether you’re a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty.

• Integrity in Everything As part of the Veit family, everything we do and say reflects on this entire company. We act with integrity, which means treating others just as we want to be treated, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY