Assistant Project Manager

Job Overview:

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager will support project planning, execution, and close-out activities for heavy civil construction projects in the Houston, TX area. This role involves assisting the Project Manager in ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining quality standards.

Job Responsibilities

* Assist in the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
* Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and assist in developing solutions.
* Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
* Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, contracts, and change orders.
* Assist in managing project costs, including tracking expenses and processing invoices.
* Conduct site visits to monitor construction activities and ensure compliance with specifications and safety regulations.
* Facilitate effective communication among project stakeholders, including clients, engineers, and construction crews.
* Support the Project Manager in all aspects of project administration and oversight.
* Participate in project meetings and provide updates on project status.
* Contribute to the identification and mitigation of project risks.

Job Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
* 2+ years of experience in heavy civil construction or a related industry.
* Familiarity with project management software and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
* Strong understanding of construction processes, techniques, and safety regulations.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
* Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various project sites.
* Proactive problem-solver with a strong attention to detail.

Company Overview:

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.

• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.

• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].

• Pet coverage for your furry friends.

• Legal assistance coverage.

• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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