Assistant Project Manager

** About Us*
* We are one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, including data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

** Job Summary*
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* Job Title:

Assistant Project Manager, Construction (Mechanical)*
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* Location:

Lancaster, PA 17601*
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* Reports to:

Project Manager*
* ** FLSA Status:
Full-Time / Exempt*
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* Work Shift:

7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Mon.

- Fri.*
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* ABOUT US:

** The Poole and Kent Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group. Inc. Poole and Kent is one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

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* SUMMARY:

** The Assistant Project Manager  assists the company in meeting its objectives and goals by supporting the Project Manager and project team, which are responsible for overseeing, and directing assigned commercial construction projects taking appropriate actions to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and with defined resources. The Project Engineer along with the project management team will ensure a safe working environment for all employees.

Include the following. Other duties will be assigned.

+ Support Project Manager in driving project's overall flow effectively from inception to completion.

+ Support the Project Manager, Safety, and field employees in creating, executing, and fostering a safe work environment.

+ Review contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover.

+ Assist with project document control, including but not limited to, subcontractors' certificates of insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFI's, change orders, correspondence, etc.

+ Ensure documents are centrally saved in the project's chosen document control software.

+ Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.

+ Assist with schedule of values, or billing format as required by the contract documents.

+ Support project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements. Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as directed.

+ Request PO's for major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements and anticipating delivery dates. (Request proper delivery notice at that time.)

+ Support in the obtaining and assembly of documentation for the project relating to operation and maintenance manuals.

+ Attend all necessary meetings with both internal and external entities to review scheduling and delivery, work plans, job progress, manpower, and solutions to setbacks.

+ Support project accounting and/or project management in monthly billings and collections and follow up on outstanding balances.

+ Collaborate with supervisor regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through.)

+ Gather information for changes in work/scope and work with the project team, estimating, and downstream clients for pricing. Project Manager will finalize change order pricing. Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice to proceed.

+ Assist field personnel in commissioning process and closeout of project.

+ Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendation for resolution.

+ Ability to meet the project site onboarding requirements as set by the contractual requirements is required.

+ Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.

+ Reliable transportation and an ability to travel to the assigned project site is required.

** QUALIFICATIONS*
* To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

** PREFERRED

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE *
* + 3 to 5 years of professional experience in the mechanical, plumbing, and/or industrial HVAC discipline.

+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, business administration or related field

+ Familiarity with a wide variety of field concepts, practices and procedures.

+ Working knowledge of and ability to apply OSHA safety standards.

+ Working knowledge of construction contract language and terms.

+ Familiarity with local market is desirable.

** COMPUTER SKILLS*
* + Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel)

+ Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs.

+ Familiarity with project management/document control software.

+ Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

** REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES*
* The requirements listed below are…