Assistant Project Manager

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The MPS Assistant Project Manager is responsible for providing overall administrative and construction support for our Program Management team.

• Manage all aspects of project documentation including submittals, RFIs, and project meeting minutes.
• Supervise and direct overall project activities as assigned by the Head of Programs, including planning and coordinating, resolving problem areas, and ensuring all company/project policies, procedures, and standards are maintained.
• Maintain change order, submittal, and document (drawing) control logs; prepare required logs and other project documentation for construction meetings.
• Create contract submittals that are accurate and timely for submission review.
• Create and issue subcontractors’ contracts.
• Create and timely deliver owner and maintenance manuals.
• Monitor the project quality control plan to ensure it is being followed and document issues for corrective action.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to obtain correct documentation and drawings for the owner and maintenance manuals.
• Ensure the warranty log is up to date.
• Represent the company/project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Cooperate with and provide technical assistance to field personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
• Monitor other contractors’ activities and progress.
• Create job information sheets and establish job files.
• Assume total project supervision responsibilities in the Program Manager’s absence.
• Prepare price change orders, project reports, and documentation.
• Work with payroll to ensure accurate payroll information.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience in a construction-related role.
• Combination of education, training, and relevant experience accepted.

• Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment, and methods.
• Strong organizational, record‑keeping, and follow‑up skills.
• Excellence in organization and time management.
• Ability to identify and meet customers’ expectations and requirements.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.);
  Oracle preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivation, proactivity, and effective teamwork.
• Professional interaction with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others.

• General work environment includes sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, and bending.
• Work conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is usually low to medium.
• Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.

MPS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.