Assistant Project Manager

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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace, and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn't matter what your expertise and craft is - there are no boundaries.

We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at Ellis Don could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at Ellis Don, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. Ellis Don's commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, Ellis Don's purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve their full potential;

to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

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Our new venture in Austin, Texas highlights our dedication to innovation and community infrastructure. This project brings our Cradle to Grave services to a vibrant city, ensuring superior standards at every construction phase. Join us as Ellis Don continues to shape the future of construction.

You as an Assistant Project Manager will:

• Field Leadership & Operations:
  Assist the project team with day-to-day oversight of on-site activities, supporting safety, quality, and production goals.
• Preconstruction & Planning:
  Participate in the development of project schedules, subcontractor evaluations, and preconstruction activities, including risk assessments and quality planning.
• Contract & Legal Compliance:
  Support project managers in maintaining construction documents, subcontracts, insurance, bonds, and contract requirements.
• Scheduling & Coordination:
  Contribute to the preparation of six-week look-ahead schedules, weekly work plans, and coordination with subcontractors to keep work aligned with milestones.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Management:
  Assist with subcontractor buyout, material procurement, submittals, approvals, and tracking of deliveries and fabrication.
• Safety Oversight:
  Support the implementation of project-specific safety plans, participate in safety meetings and inspections, and reinforce Ellis Don safety standards through regular inspections and corrective actions. Review subcontractor pre-mobilization safety documentation.
• Quality Assurance:
  Help implement the project specific quality control plan, review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals, and track quality issues for resolution.
• Financial Management:
  Assist with labor management, cost reports, project budgets, and monthly billings to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Lean & BIM Utilization:
  Contribute to Lean planning and BIM coordination, supporting project efficiency and collaboration.
• Communication & Reporting:
  Maintain accurate project documentation, support closeout processes, and provide timely updates to the project team.
• Client Relations & Business Development:
  Help maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and attention to project needs.

Is this the right role for you?

• You are interested in pursuing career opportunities in Austin, Dallas, and West Texas.
• You have a construction related degree or diploma and 1-3 years of construction experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience working on large projects.
• Foundational understanding of construction industry practices and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• You have the ability to quickly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes, produce workable solutions and lead a large team to successful completion.

What we offer:

• A market-competitive annual salary that rewards your talent.
• Profit Sharing.
• Medical, Dental, and Life insurance coverage from the first day of employment.
• 401k matching plan.
• Healthcare spending account.

Ellis Don is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

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