Assistant Project Manager - Construction

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole and subsequently, our Tribe. 

We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

LOCATION: This is a hybrid position requiring regular in-office presence in Kansas City, MO.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to assist the Project Manager (PM) and manage assigned aspects of projects to include client relationships, schedules, budgets, and profitability through comprehensive project completion. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will collaborate with the PM to develop, refine, and update project schedules, budgets, estimating, and procurement activities to ensure overall project performance.

Job Functions:

• Assists with creating project schedules in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
• Performs bid review, drawing review and on-site construction management as assigned.
• Manages preconstruction plan development.
• Prepares submittal packages as assigned.
• Facilitates the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Assists the PM in the development process including consultants, subcontractors, vendors, specialty contractors, budgets, and internal departments.
• Reviews proposal requirements.
• Assists the PM with each phase of the project including entitlement, design-build, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, billing, and project close out.
• Plans, schedules, and manages project timelines to see all deadlines are met.
• Performs cost estimating.
• Develops subcontractor scopes. 
• Performs quality control and assurance. 
• Tracks RFIs.
• Conducts pre-qualification and procurement activities (buyout) of subcontractors.
• Performs cost and risk analysis and provides recommendations to PM.
• Maintains open communication with field staff regarding all issues and work to resolutions.
• Reads and understands complex drawings and specifications.
• Interacts with subcontractors to answer scope questions and give direction.
• Inputs RFIs into Projnet.
• Tracks amendments through Sam.Gov for active pursuits.
• Sources subcontractors in multiple locations simultaneously. 
• Prepares preconstruction plan submittals, including APP, CQCP, WMP, resumes, and incidental data requirements as needed.
• Travels to project sites as assigned to perform onsite positions.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in construction or similar
• 2+ years’ experience assisting in construction project management in new and vertical construction, and the design-build construction process
• 2+ years’ experience performing each of the following roles: Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, and Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO), or equivalent experience in other areas of construction such as preconstruction, closeout, business development; preferred
• Capable of running multiple projects simultaneously
• Advanced understanding of risk management policies and procedures
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize required tasks to meet multiple schedule deadlines
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

 Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans