Assistant Construction Project Manager - Anticipated Openings - Heery

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Turner & Townsend Heery is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support various construction projects. 

The Assistant Project Manager will lead individual, multi-disciplined construction project solutions for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.

This role is for potential/upcoming roles expected to open in early/mid 2025.  The hiring team may/may not contact you immediately regarding your candidacy.  In any case we will have your resume on file for future opportunities as they arise.

Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of a Project Manager assist with the following:

• Manage projects involving the construction, cost allocations, time schedules, right of way acquisitions, permitting, bidding, contract requirements, inspections and change orders for building public infrastructures.
• Monitor the work performance of consultant engineers and contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Make presentations and meet with stakeholders, contractors, community groups and Federal, state and local officials on a variety of issues concerning construction projects.
• Maintain accurate records on project costs, time schedules, contractor performance, contract changes, and related capital project requirements.
• Provide technical engineering assistance to professional, technical and office support staff.
• Oversee the work performed by design engineers, construction inspection personnel, and contractual personnel.
• Ensure a quality constructed project is completed within the prescribed time frame and operating budget.
• Manage approved budget for the construction project to ensure work is being performed within the authorized amount of monies budgeted for the project.
• Document changes in project cost, schedule, change orders and prepare written reports to managers on project status and problems needing resolution by management.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction, review status of work completed during the period covered, review that work is generally proceeding in a good and workmanlike manner and in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status, review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance, review of change orders, review of Developer's monthly Job Cost Reports, opine on adequacy of contingency, review of construction and disbursement schedules, review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering best practices.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted document including but not limited to: zoning approvals, certified surveys, building permits and approvals, utility company approval letters, soil and foundation engineering reports, and designer's certification of code and ADA compliance.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position.
• Manages 3rd party project delivery resources/team (typically smaller team).
• Responsible for tracking performance and motivating team members.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to clients.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, volumes and areas.
• Conducts basic financial analysis.
• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations.
• Ability to solve problems in standard situations.
• Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and understand architectural and engineered drawings drawings.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) from College or University and/or equivalent related experience.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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