Assistant Project Manager

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Assistant MEP Project Manager with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.  Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions.  Excellent written and verbal communications skills are vital, with attention to detail equally important.  The Assistant MEP Project Manager will partner with the project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance for the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) scopes of work. Will also lead, coach, and mentor project team members. 10 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform cost control and financial management 

• Work with Preconstruction on project estimate and schedule 

• Coordinate scopes of work 

• Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation 

• Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive  

• Draft client proposals 

• Contract administration and management 

• Award subcontracts 

• Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion 

• Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor, and coach others 

• Provide job assignments and manage career development 

• Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s) 

• Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project 

• Oversee budget for and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partners 

• Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners 

• Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination