CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Macallan Works is a specialty contractor, that is part of The Macallan Group portfolio of companies, based in Marietta, Georgia. We are looking for a full-time Construction Assistant Project Manager. Our client portfolio includes historic restorations, senior living, municipal facilities, tenant build outs and residential renovations. The Assistant Project Manager supports the Superintendent/Project Manager on an assigned project, performs routine daily activities and assists in gathering and distributing information to team members.

what you get to do

Facilitate project coordination meetings and other forms of communication, while overseeing and coordinating the technical aspects of the project.
Allocate project resources appropriately; approves expenditures; employee contractor contracts.  Keep an accurate record and electronic database of all elements of the projects.
Participate in pre-construction meetings/services
Develop and maintain schedule with Superintendent input
Prepare status reports and regularly monitor budgets, contractors and schedules. 
Analyze and resolve field construction issues
Prepare, review and distribute RFIs and maintain RFI log
Prepare, review and distribute submittal packages and maintain submittal log
Track and prepare pricing for change order related issues
Maintain job material delivery and equipment rental log
Maintain job files and as-builts
Maintain thorough understanding of contract documents and subcontracts
Prepare meeting minutes for all job meetings
Complete required tasks daily: timesheets, purchase orders, work orders, daily paperwork package and collecting subcontractor daily job reports.
Weekly project photos
Inspect/verify material deliveries
Manage project closeout and obtain all warranties required for final acceptance
Maintain and coordinate punch list with Superintendent
Ensure company procedures and standards are maintained
Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but will require travel to and visit a Client's office, production facility or industrial/construction job site
Other duties assigned

what we're looking for

Knowledge in construction management principles, practices and methods, project management methods, workplace safety and budgeting
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
Reading and understanding building plans, contracts, regulations and specs (preferred)
Must have meticulous attention to detail to ensure data quality standards
Must be able to maintain calendars and databases
Ability to multitask, prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Able to work independently
Must have professional approach and conduct
An appetite for learning, and the ability to improve existing processes through new ideas and innovations
Flexibility - you work well under pressure and adapt quickly to different situations and demands
Perspective and a positive attitude

Ideal candidates will have

Bachelor's degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent degree (required)
Minimum 2 years experience working in the construction industry
Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
Experience with critical path scheduling
AutoCAD experience highly desirable
Experience in working with multiple discipline projects
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of construction code, laws, regulations and standards

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