Assistant Project Manager

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Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our DC office location. The Assistant Project Manager with a Construction focus. This position will provide staff support on governmental projects during any phase of design and/or construction whether it’s a new building, full modernization, or renovation.

Assistant Project Manager (Construction focus) job responsibilities include:

• Understanding of CPM Project Schedule including critical path activities and compare to actual construction work-in-place
• Monitor Shop drawing and RFI process in Procore verify everything is up to date
• Verify project products/equipment/materials have been procured timely and track Procurement Log
• Monitor daily onsite construction work progress to assure products/equipment/materials are both installed properly per specifications including manufacturer recommendations (QA/QC) and conform to approved standards
• Support Project Director and Project Manager with administration of contracts, Change Management process, validating construction work-in-place based on submitted General Contractor Pay Application
• Help verify General Contractor is both performing necessary Quality Assurance/Quality Control of adequate testing & inspections and proper documentation has been uploaded in Procore
• Attend all site-based Stakeholder meetings
• Assist Project Manager and help review punch list submitted by others and verify that items on the punch list have been completed and corrected prior to recommending substantial completion to the Owner
• Support Project Manager in verification of Construction Closeout process
• Upload all necessary project documents weekly
• Responsible for completing mid- to large-scale government programs with project budgets ranging from $1M to $20M throughout the project life cycle.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement

• BS/BA degree in Architecture, Building Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or another related field + 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with construction and project management software programs.
• Valid Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Requirement

• Experience with E-Builder or Procore PMIS.
• 1+ years supporting the Construction Industry working as an Assistant Project Management or other similar role.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal abilities, including negotiation skills.
• Experience collaborating with peers and District of Columbia agencies or Federal government in DC Metro.
• Past experience managing construction input during the design phase, as well as overseeing the construction phase and closeout, as part of an integrated Program/CM team.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position
• Relocation is not available for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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