Design Assistant Project Manager - Spees Design Build

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Design Assistant Project Manager

Our company:

Spees Design Build (SDB) is an award-winning design-build firm that specializes in providing architecture, engineering, and project management consulting services. We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business with offices in the Pacific Northwest and in the Southeast. We design building and infrastructure projects across the United States, ranging from building remodels to ground-up construction for our core client, the Veterans Administration Healthcare System.

SDB is a general contractor specializing in Design, Construction, Development, & Sustainability. Having the best people is what makes SDB a top-tier leader in the construction industry. Our team thrives on commodore and strong work ethics. You too can play a critical role in the future of our company by starting your career here at SDB.

Your new role:

Spees Design Build is looking for anAssistant Project Manager to assist with design-focused project management services. TheAssistant Project Manager will directly support a Project Manager and will learn the ins and outs of running a successful design project. Daily tasks include coordinating with internal/external design teams and working with clients to solve mission-critical problems. You will develop interpersonal skills by interacting with various stakeholders and ultimately learning how to run successful weekly meetings and design review meetings with clients.

You will be exposed to a wide range of engineering disciplines including architecture and engineering blast consultants. You will develop your skills to review submittal design, ensuring compliance with design requirements, and catching design conflicts based on your understanding of existing site conditions and other discipline work activities.

You will learn all of the components that make up a successful project Lifecycle – beginning with bid solicitation and procurement, culminating in successful completion of construction and handover to owner/client. You will also have the opportunity to visit unique places across the United States. You will be exposed to design project site conditions and the ability to supervise site work activities. You will learn how to use state-of-the-art LiDAR scanning equipment and other site tools for documenting existing conditions.

We are looking for a motivated individual who is ready to learn and perform to the best of their ability. We are a quickly growing company with our sights set on the moon. There are opportunities to advance and grow into design-centered positions or management roles with experience. If this sounds interesting to you, we encourage you to apply today.

What you will need to succeed:

• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
• A strong drive and work ethic
• Understanding of construction/design management through former work or academic experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to travel as required for project-related activities.
• Familiarity with Department of Veterans Affairs projects and military service is a plus.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a drug screen and background check.

The salary range is $50-70k DOE.

 Full benefits package:

Spees Design Build offers a comprehensive benefits package including 75% employer-paid medical/dental coverage, life insurance, a tax-free Health Savings Account, ten paid holidays, paid time off, unpaid leave, performance-based bonuses, and a 401(k)-matching plan for qualified positions.  
 
It is the employment policy and practice of Spees Design Build to recruit and hire qualified employees without discrimination based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental and physical disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate concerning compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfers. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals throughout the application, interviewing, and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact us.​
 

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