Asst. Project Manager - TX
H. J. Russell & CompanyAbout the role
SUMMARY
The Assistant Project Manager responsibilities include planning, organizing, and administering the contract with the client as well as contracts with all subcontractors. The APM monitors and proactively manages the schedule, cost, contract changes and all financial aspects of the project, reporting them both internally to the PX or VP and externally to the client. The APM works in close coordination with the field Superintendent to ensure the timely and cost-effective execution of a quality project, which results in a client who is satisfied with H.J. Russell & Company, through the proficient use of the tools provided by H.J. Russell & Company.
The APM fulfills the critical role of the timely procurement, review, approval and ultimately delivery to the project site of all building components including labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors so that the Superintendent can efficiently and safely prosecute timely, profitable and quality work. The APM is responsible for all such project components and resources to adhere in strict compliance to the contract documents and the project schedule established by the APM and Superintendent at project commencement.
The APM is wholly responsible for all the duties of this position which may be performed on their own or with a staff of subordinates, depending on the size and complexity of the project.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares performance evaluations for those employees directly supervised.
Develops project budget and schedule of values.
Establishes a responsibility matrix, in consultation with the Project Superintendent.
Plans project start-up and mobilization using the sequential APM start-up checklist.
Obtains necessary licenses and permit.
Ensures that the appropriate insurance coverage is in place.
Obtains necessary contractual documentation from subcontractors and vendors.
Manage all buyout meetings with all subcontractors and vendors, ensuring participation by the project Pre-construction Manager and Project Superintendent.
Manage all owner and subcontractor change orders and claims.
Manage Consolidates and submits pay applications.
Coordinates with the Project Superintendent, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Prepare project progress reports in consultation with the Project Superintendent.
Manage and implement cost control procedures and prepare monthly cost and profitability reports.
Establish the project schedule, detailed estimates, and staffing requirements with Project Superintendent.
Develops and maintains good relationships with managers of clients, architects, and engineers.
Conducts subcontractor and vendor buyout meetings in conjunction with Project Pre-construction Manager and Project Superintendent.
Prepare subcontracts and purchase orders with input from Project Pre-construction Manager and Project Superintendent.
Guide the professional development of subordinate project management staff through programs of instruction and training.
Assume primary responsibility for overall project quality, schedule, and profitability.
Prepare all correspondence with owners and design team.
Manage a complete shop drawing/submittal register and update regularly.
Review all shop drawing and engineering details.
Prepares the General Contractor's Application for payment, monitoring retainage.
Conduct OAC meetings on monthly or bi-weekly basis.
Performs work in a save manner and actively encourages others to do the same.
Prepares and update the following information sources weekly:
- Buyout Log
- Submittal Log
- RFI Log (Procore)
- Change Order Log
- Subcontractor Log
- Material Tracking Log
- Owner Progress Reports
- Others as applicable
Prepares and update the following information sources monthly:
- Weather Log
- Owner Pay Applications
- Cost Projection & Profitability Report
Adhere to all requirements:
- Labor agree
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