Assistant Project Manager (Sandy Springs)

The Opportunity: The individual in this role will, assist Field Managers, Project Managers, Sr. Project Managers in understanding the project scope in order to make the best Buy-Out decisions. Uses basic negotiation skills with Owners and subcontractors; utilizes cost forecasting and understands Scopes of Work. Has demonstrated ability to complete a standard project by themselves. Can manage moderate client(s) expectations and client basic building scope. Can successfully make deals with subs, buy-out, negotiate. Experience running an effective Client meeting. Has been assigned and run a small/ medium job (s). This individual will have a significant role in managing a project's day-to-day operations and leading junior team members. Essential Functions: Manage the successful execution of a project: *Lead the development and maintenance of project schedules, ensuring the tasks are -completed on time and within budget. *Ensure that project deliverables meet client expectations and regulatory requirements, maintaining a high standard of quality. *Assist in managing project costs, identifying potential cost overruns, and implementing corrective actions. *Review and approve invoices, change orders, and payment requests from subcontractors and vendors. *Directly manage subcontracts including drafting and negotiating terms, schedule coordination, and confirming compliance with contract specifications. *Serve as the main point of contact for external stakeholders. *Participate in project meetings, making recommendations and decisions based on project needs and team discussion. *Conduct consistent and timely quality control review of work in progress, ensuring all work complies with project plans, specifications, and safety standards. *Assist the PM with contract negotiations, risk management, and project execution strategies. *Develop portions of Project Schedule and/ or review Project Schedule; or develop smaller schedules *Take Project Schedule and Project Milestones & adapt to a workable plan *Develop and utilize basic cost forecasting skills *Develop maintain and update a 3 week look ahead schedule *Communicate phases of a schedule to Trade partners effectively *Hold select trade partners accountable to project requirements, Safety, Quality, Scope, Schedule, Budget, etc. *Work with others well, (solid communication, partners with, no drama, creates Raving Fans) *Mindful and aware of safety requirements, hold others accountable where applicable *Able to coordinate portions of project or assist others adequately *Able to work with select subs on coordination tasks *Track and manage material deliveries *Track and manage long lead items *Proper use of RFI's*Understand what basic scopes are changing and why *Understand and keep up with Submittal and Coordination process *Proper updates to Owner about changes and schedule progress *Runs weekly Job Meetings with trade partners Required Education and Experience: *At least 3 years as APM-1 or 3 years working as a APM, or Assistant Superintendent with Albion or similar construction company. *Has completed at least 4 small/ medium Projects Worked or a combination of 1 with a larger or more than one large project *A degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field, or commensurate experience in the construction industry. *Proficiency in construction project management software. *In-depth understanding of construction safety standards and regulatory requirements. *Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues proactively. *Show select Cost Forecasting for a small project or portion of a larger project *Understands Scope of Work. Can show examples of setting up a project schedule for a small project or phase of work *Can manage a moderate client(s) (expectations) for specific assignments *Successfully make deals with subs, buy-out, negotiate *Understand Sequence of Work for select small trades to be able to perform effective construction project activities *Demonstrates the commitment to change, learn and accept constructive feedback for improvement. *Solid team player, demonstrates collaboration, problem resolution and flexibility *Positive approach to work and others*Wants to be a PM and shows ability to learn and improve *Represents Albion well to Owner and Trade partners *Ability to put together a presentation and make effective presentations to a group Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites, especially Excel