Assistant Project Manager

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Full Time Professional Iowa Main Office, Cedar Rapids, IA, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

• Education:
  • Some college experience
• Experience:
  • 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Experience managing equipment operators or operating equipment directly
• Certificate/Licensure:
  • Valid driver's license

• Daily supervision of all shift operations
• Daily coordination and communication with company management and mill representatives
• Training and supervision of all shift project staff
• Responsible for monitoring and enforcing all company safety policies and procedures.
• Continuously develop beneficial relationships with outside parties including customers, vendors, suppliers, and equipment related accounts
• Constantly coordinate with internal and external parties as required to efficiently and effectively meet the project goals
• Complete and submit any and all measurables and/or reports as required
• Represent the company in a professional, organized, and confident manner
• Coordinate with, and disseminate information to, internal staff, client representatives, farmers, landowners, and regulatory agency personnel as required to successfully fulfill the companies contract obligations
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Safe driving record.
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to position

• General knowledge of the principles, practices and processes including current Federal and State laws, statutes, regulations, policies.
• Ability to use proper judgment or action in emergency or crisis situations.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA exposure control program.
• Ability to work constructively with vendors and customers.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications; skill in gathering, analyzing and evaluating data.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management staff, other employees, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business and personnel information.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Ability to type and be proficient in the use of computer and office equipment.
• Ability to use accuracy in the identification and reporting of data.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Generally, the employee filling this position will be expected to be present at the project location for a 12-hour rotating shift and/or as directed by the Project Manager. May work extended hours including weekends and holidays.
• Job functions will be carried out in a vast array of environments including but not limited to maintenance facilities, job sites, customer facilities, vehicles, agricultural sites, landfills, end user facilities, etc.
• The workplace is in a smoke-free environment.
• PPE is required and must be worn as instructed.
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.

• Assist with managing project operations:
  • Ensure staff are properly trained and capable of completing assigned tasks effectively and efficiently.
  • Ensure staff have the necessary equipment and supplies to complete the required tasks efficiently.
  • Monitor and maintain a high level of cleanliness at the mill, on roadways and at all field sites.
  • Ensure the equipment is constantly cleaned and maintained in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor project efficiencies to meet assigned goals.
  • Maintain project operational database and distribute reports and information as required.
  • Monitor and ensure that project operations comply with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and the public.

• All project level employees report directly to the Project Manager.
• The Assistant Project Manager assists the Project Manager with supervisory responsibilities as directed.