Assistant Project Manager​/HCSS SME

• Employee Type Salaried FT - Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

The Assistant Project Manager will support the successful planning, execution, and financial performance of civil construction projects while developing into a Project Manager. This position is designed for an individual who is an expert user of HCSS Heavy Job and possesses a strong understanding of project cost management, production tracking, and construction operations.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy civil construction, project engineering, estimating, project controls, or construction administration
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent construction experience may be considered
• Experience working for a heavy civil, site development, utility, concrete, or general civil contractor
• Experience with production-based estimating and construction equipment costs

• Expert-level proficiency in HCSS Heavy Job is required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Time management and prioritization
• Organization and time management
• Written and verbal communication

• Experience using HCSS Heavy Bid
• Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Experience in estimating heavy civil construction projects
• Experience with earthwork, grading, utilities, concrete, roadway, mining, industrial, or site development projects
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credentials

• Serve as the company's subject matter expert for HCSS Heavy Job
• Maintain accurate daily production, labor, equipment, and material cost tracking within Heavy Job
• Review and validate foremen's daily reports, employee timecards, equipment utilization, production quantities, and cost coding
• Monitor project budgets and assist with forecasting project costs, productivity, and profitability
• Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and managing multiple civil construction projects.
• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documents
• Support project startup activities including scheduling, subcontractor coordination, permitting, and project setup
• Assist in preparing change orders, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, purchase orders, and project correspondence
• Coordinate with accounting to ensure accurate job costing, billing support, and subcontractor documentation
• Participate in project meetings with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and field personnel
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to verify production, progress, safety compliance, and project documentation
• Work closely with Superintendents and Foremen to improve production reporting accuracy and cost control
• Assist in procurement of materials, equipment, rentals, and subcontracted services
• Maintain organized project files, schedules, documentation, and communications
• Assist with project closeout documentation and final reporting
• Identify project risks and communicate concerns to the Project Manager
• Support implementation of company safety policies and OSHA requirements
• Continuously develop project management knowledge through mentoring, field training, and increasing project responsibilities
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project execution
• Dealing with conflict and being able to solve it quickly
• Manages construction cost tracking and job cost activities to support accurate financial reporting
• Prepares and analyzes production reports to monitor project performance and productivity
• Applies fundamental construction estimating principles to support accurate project planning and pricing
• Maintains strong organization and attention to detail while managing multiple project responsibilities
• Effectively manages time and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines and project requirements
• Uses problem-solving and analytical thinking skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with project teams, clients, and subcontractors
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