Junior Project Manager

Our client is looking for an Assistant Project Manager with HVAC experience.

The responsibilities include:

• Establishing an estimate for any in-house project - with or without the help of others; meeting the required estimate deadline
• Managing a project team from the inception of the project, including identifying personnel and equipment needs.
• Orders equipment, materials, and subcontractors in a timely manner without delaying the project schedule
• Establishes a plan for what needs to be done, what resources are needed and when; coordinates with field superintendents / general contractors/subcontractors to meet completion dates. Assures subcontractors are scheduled to complete their activities in accordance with the scope of work.
• Manage change orders - adjusts new information or additional scope of work with client / general contractor. Make sure the field foreman understands the original scope of work so any changes can be addressed and brought to the project manager's attention.
• Manages manpower - Ensures the appropriate number and expertise of workers are provided for each project in collaboration with the trade superintendent. Maintains a manpower projection sheet to allow field superintendents to plan their resources.
• Ensures purchase orders and subcontract agreements are submitted to accounting in a timely manner and follows up on unapproved invoices.
• It involves site visits, reviewing drawings and specifications, and maintaining effective communications with clients to ensure that labour and materials meet specifications.
• Monitoring margins - maintains profit margins according to estimates and recovers margins for incremental value-added work by completing monthly billings, job cost reports, and manpower requirements. Follows up on late invoices with customers.
• Ensures final billings are collected, prepares final drawings, develops operation and maintenance manuals, establishes warranty dates, and completes punch-list items.

Experience, education, and qualifications:

• Facility maintenance and field experience are pluses
• An in-depth understanding of the construction industry
• Experience in the mechanical industry of at least five years

The following skills are required:

• Interaction between mechanical and non-mechanical trades
• A flexible schedule during the week and at the weekend is essential for time management
• Developing and maintaining relationships with clients
• A work ethic that is strong
• Multitasking ability
• Knowledgeable in Excel, Word, and Bluebeam
• Autocad and Viewpoint experience are a plus

Remote Work :

No