Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator

About the role

ABcom is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator to support its Project Managers in construction projects. Project Managers drive the entire project from start to successful completion, and the Assistant PM / PC helps them carry out all the duties needed to achieve that goal. The workplace is on site.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the project manager on reviewing as-builts, bid documents, specifications and the project contract to ensure successful project implementation.
• Work with vendors and distributors on material availability and pricing, completion of quotes and other procedures.
• Help develop project budgets and schedules, monitor progress against cost budgets and timing schedules, and become familiar with required equipment, services, construction trades and labor agreements.
• Communicate effectively with subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Prepare, coordinate and direct construction documents such as permits, transmittals, submittals, AIA documents, purchase orders, change orders, RFIs and O&Ms.
• Visit job sites to observe and learn the construction process.
• Provide timely status updates to customers and prepare all deliverables needed for project close-out, including closing work orders and preparing for billing.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Post-secondary degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Low-Voltage or Electrical Construction, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in a project or service environment.
• Solid math and analytical skills, strong process orientation, attention to detail, and strong organization and prioritization to meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication, comfortable working with all levels of the project and owner's team, and able to work both in a group and independently.

Required skills

• Strong computer skills, overall and with Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• A competitive compensation package, including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan and a vacation package.
• Pay depends on experience and education; field pay is set by the IBEW union based on classification in Minnesota.