Asst Project Manager - Civil

at  CMS Corporation

Description:
CMS is an award-winning construction contractor with design-build experience and strong self-performance capabilities in mechanical, piping, and fabrication work. Our scope of services encompasses new construction, renovations, civil works, airfields, fueling systems, and energy and sustainability for a wide range of commercial and Department of Defense (DoD) clients. As a prime contractor for the DoD, we can execute a full range of construction disciplines. In addition, our mechanical capability enables us to self-perform the most technically challenging mechanical, fuels, and energy projects. www.cmscorp.com
CMS is currently looking for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) – CIVIL in their Maumee, Ohio office.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering and 1-2 years of related experience; or
• An associate’s degree in construction management or engineering and a minimum of 3 -4 years of related experience; or
• A High School diploma and a minimum of 6 years of related experience

Requirements:

• Ability to accurately organize, prioritize, plan, and complete all job responsibilities
• Ability to assume responsibility, achieve assigned goals, and work effectively with others
• Ability to professionally communicate in English, both verbally and in writing to clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential
• Knowledge of construction or other related technology, scheduling, procedures, project plan and specification reading, and equipment are required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Office 365 Applications
• Demonstrates ability to work independently
• Demonstrates ability to maintain a high level of organization and an eye for details
• The candidate must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings
• The candidate must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and be organized to manage the construction process and work as a team
• Willingness to embrace personal and professional development
• Ability to effectively work with a team to achieve project goals
• Knowledge of various construction disciplines, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, and a thorough understanding of construction documents
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the company auto insurance program

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS)

• Create a project startup checklist, schedule kick-off meetings, and follow up on deliverables
• Setup file structure on company system for project use
• Setup and maintain a project tracking system
• Assist in creating, editing, and tracking all project-related documentation
• Review specifications to create, edit, and maintain submittal register to ensure submittal requirements are followed and the submittals required are appropriate for the project; work with the Project Manager (PM) or Quality Control Manager (QCM) to clarify with the client applicable project submittals
• Create and/or coordinate all pre-construction submittals to include, but not limited to: Contractor Quality Control Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, Demolition Plan, Environmental Protection Plan (may include Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan), and Waste Management Plan
• Generate all project submittal documents (Designer of Record and/or Client) and send to QCM for approval (i.e. Eng 4025 forms, etc.)
• Assist project team with documentation as needed assist in drafting subcontract(s) for PM review
• Follow up with material/equipment vendors and subcontractors on project deliverables ensuring compliance with contract specifications; including but not limited to submittal tracking, product data, and project closeout documents
• Assist in entering budgets into the accounting program and changes as approved by the Accounting Department
• Create Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Process and track Client and Subcontractor/Vendor change orders
• Assist in generating project closeout documents and ensuring contract requirement compliance
• Create, update, and distribute Project Meeting Agendas and Minutes
• Assist in compiling information for the project summary upon completion of the project with the Proposal team
• Assist in generating the DD1354 forms (transfer of ownership) for client review and approval, before turning over the project
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works under the direction of the Director of Operations