Job Details

Talascend is currently seeking an Assistant Construction Manager for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Houston, Texas.

Overview

The Assistant Construction Manager will assist with day-to-day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager.
• Work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.
• Adhere to safety programs, training, and policies.
• Collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others.
• Build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
• Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews.
• Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of various project plans.
• Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization.
• Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
• Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP) and support detailed scope of work development.
• Support the implementation of project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
• Execute downstream contract administration including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
• Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
• Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows.
• Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
• Support the invoicing process for contracts and suppliers.
• Establish, review and implement project documentation and filing systems.
• Verify project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities.
• Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments.
• Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's contract documents.
• Facilitate project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
• Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities.
• Assist with the development of project labor agreements.
• Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision.
• Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
• Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
• Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
• Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
• Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates and production rates.
• Assist with applicable craft training.
• Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years relevant construction experience required or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Requirements

• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in various industries is preferred.
• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Must be able to meet the driving requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.