Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator - Applied Business Communications (ABcom)

ABcom is seeking Assistant Project Manager/Project Coordinator to support our Project Managers. Project Managers are responsible for driving the entire construction project, from start to successful completion. The Assistant Project Manager/Project Coordinator helps the Project Managers in all the duties it takes to achieve this goal.

Responsibilities of the Assistant PM/PC:

• Work with the project manager regarding the understanding and review of as-builts, bid documents, specifications, and the project contract, to assure successful project implementation.
• Works with vendors and distributors on the availability and pricing of materials, completion of quotes and other necessary procedure details.
• Help develop project budgets and schedules to meet time, cost, and field labor constraints. Monitor and understand project progress in achieving cost budgets and project timing schedules.
• Become familiar with equipment and services required to meet project requirements; understand construction trades and labor agreements; communicate effectively with subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Prepare, coordinate and direct construction documents such as: permits, transmittals, submittals, AIA documents, purchase orders, change orders, RFI's and O&M's.
• Visit jobsites to observe and learn the construction process.
• Provide timely status updates to customers.
• Prepare and follow through with all deliverables necessary for successful project close-outs.

• Close out work orders and prepare for billing.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Low-Voltage or Electrical Construction, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience in project/service environment
• Solid math and analytical skills.
• Strong process orientation.
• Attention to detail, while still able to grasp the entire project scope.
• Strong organization and ability to prioritize to meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills, overall and with Microsoft Office.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Confident, comfortable communicating with all levels of the project and owner(s) team. Can work effectively with a group as well as individually.

Benefits

ABcom offers a competitive compensation package, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and vacation package. Pay to be determined, based on experience and education. All field pay to be determined by IBEW union based on classification in MN.