Assistant Project Manager
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Company Overview
Mortenson’s success is not a matter of luck; it’s a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service.
Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service, and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work.
It all starts with our extraordinary people and collaborative teams. Mortenson has been voted a "best place to work" over 40 times since 2002…
…What are you waiting for?!
Summary
Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem solve and bring together viable solutions. Excellent written and verbal communications skills are vital, with attention to detail equally important. The Assistant Project Manager will partner with the project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance. Will also lead, coach, and mentor project team members. The base compensation range for this role is $97,000 - $131,000. This range is adjusted for Denver, CO by increasing the overall range by 5%.
Responsibilities
Organization, flexibility, outstanding customer focus and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but are not limited to:
Perform cost control and financial management
Work with Preconstruction on project estimate and scheduleCoordinate scopes of workReview and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation
Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive
Draft client proposalsContract administration and managementAward subcontracts
Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion
Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor, and coach othersProvide job assignments and manage career developmentDirect responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)
Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project
Oversee budget for and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partnersLead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partnersFacilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination
Other Duties As Assigned, Including But Not Limited To
Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small scope projectsImplement a quality plan that ensures the customer’s specified performance criteria in design and construction
Qualifications
Minimum five years of related previous experienceProven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projectsDetail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasksPossess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practicesMicrosoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate levelProven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skillsAbility to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies Current driver’s license
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
Benefits offered to non-craft; non-union, full-time team members include
Medical and prescription drug plans – the choice between two affordable HSA-eligible medical plans that include vision coverage Dental plan 401k retirement plan with generous matching and profit-sharing contributions Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves Life, AD&D, and disability insurance Employee assistance program online mental health tool and concierge Tuition reimbursement Adoption Assistance Gym Membership Discount Program Identity Theft Protection
Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
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