Assistant Project Manager - Construction

Assistant Project Manager
Blue Line Drywall & Builders / Blue Industries

North Brunswick, NJ

Blue Line Drywall is currently seeking a full time Assistant Project Manager to join our growing team. The position will support and work with Senior Estimators/preconstruction teams to review project plans, requirements and specifications. The Assistant PM will analyze take-offs, pricing and bidding of construction projects while adhering to Blue Line's standards. 

Responsibilities will be:

• Assemble accurate and well organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner for Stipulated Price, Design-Build and Construction/Project Management formatted projects. Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Organize sub-contractors quotations, negotiate to insure quotes meet contract documents and issue proper documented purchase orders.
• Complete Budgeting and Scheduling for projects and track same. Monitor progress and identify any potential risks.
• Maintain relationships with sub-contractors and clients.
• Communicate with Business Development regarding new and current projects

Essential Skills:

• Engineering knowledge such as knowledge of procedures equipment and project designing. 
• Excellent mathematics skills
• Basic knowledge about building and construction
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven self-starter with demonstrated ability to make decisions, multi-task, and meet strict deadlines
• High degree of professionalism
• Strong negotiation skills
• Position may include working outside of normal working hours as necessary.
• Ability to travel to construction sites as needed

Qualifications:

• Experience in construction estimating / construction management / project management
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and estimating software (i.e. Planswift, OST)
• ERP systems / CRM is a plus

What you get:

• The chance to learn from the best in the business, from the ground up. 
• A hands on role where you hit the ground running from day one. 
• Member of a rapidly growing team. 
• High emphasis on training and continuing education opportunities - your strengths are our strengths.

Job Type: Full-time

Required education:

Bachelor's in related field (Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management)

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