Assistant Project Manager - Planning (K-14) - Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide project coordination and management support to department activities and projects
• Prepare and maintain of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities; maintain data for long and short-range planning; compose written and oral communications to convey information in accordance with District policies and procedures.
• Review, analyze and make recommendations for professional services contracts.
• Assist in performing fiscal analysis related to facilities planning and construction accounting, budgeting, invoicing and payment requests;
• Monitor accounts to assure funds are appropriately expended and assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
• Serve as a liaison between District personnel and outside agencies regarding facilities planning activities; communicate with District staff, consultants and representatives of public agencies regarding planning requirements, schedules and issues.
• Perform a variety of special projects as directed; research, apply and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Utilize a variety of advisory data and information including budgets and schedules, to assist in making appropriate decisions supporting the interests of the District.
• Assist in construction closeout in coordination of warranties, as builts, training and attic stock.
• Operate a computer and assigned software to input data and develop reports; Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Bluebeam, Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software; drive a personal vehicle to conduct work and visit sites.
• Assist in the preparation of Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ); analyze the scope and cost of contractor and consultant proposals; review project plans and specifications prior to bids; participate in pre-bid walks and bid openings.
• Attend and represent the District in a variety of meetings, conferences and governmental hearings as assigned; prepare and deliver oral presentations as assigned.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations as requested

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager in the Education Sector is required
• Knowledge of project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, engineering/construction principles is required
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, and experience with project-related systems such as Prolog and Primavera are required
• Division of the State Architect (DSA) experience is highly preferred
• Proficiency with various document control systems, as well as new construction and modernization of educational facilities is preferred
• Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $95,000-$118,000.

Benefits

Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.

If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.

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Contact Email: careers@vanir.com

Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.

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Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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