Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

In office position.  The Project Management Associate I position will support the Project Manager and Field Management team during all phases of industrial construction including; development, engineering, procurement, construction, startup, and commissioning. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: 

• Support the Project Manager and Field Management team in all aspects of industrial construction projects as directed by the Project Manager. 
• Assist in the development of project budget, schedule, scope of work, and required documents. 
• Work with internal engineering resources to establish equipment specifications to procure specialized industrial and manufacturing equipment, construction materials, and other third-party services. 
• Work with internal and external engineering resources to review and compile drawing sets and specifications, generate bid packages, and coordinate the bid and award process for subcontractor labor and materials. 
• Analyze and evaluate proposals and select or recommend vendors and subcontractors. 
• Negotiate terms & conditions within a contractual framework with subcontractors under the direction of the Project Manager. 
• Generate scope of work agreements (SWAs) to define the scope, schedule and terms for each subcontractor working at the project site. 
• Communicate daily with the Field Management team to ensure they have the labor, materials, and equipment required to maximize field productivity. 
• Provide daily management and coordination of subcontractors and vendors to aid in the successful and timely completion of construction projects. 
• Support the Project Manager in managing project schedule and budget.  Through recurring budget and schedule updates, identify and mitigate project risks pertaining to safety, quality, budget, and schedule.   
• Utilize ERP system to create new projects, establish work breakdown structure, establish cost breakdown structure, create purchase orders, create budget revisions, and create change orders in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Review vendor and subcontractor invoices and payment applications to ensure they are submitted in accordance with the terms of each applicable agreement. 
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports to track project progress including man-hour tracking, key quantity tracking, and rental equipment tracking. 
• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accurate and timely project deliverables. 
• Assist Customer Service department with technical inquiries received from customers.   
• Assist the warranty department in evaluating incoming warranty claims to determine if problem is covered under warranty and support Project Manager with execution of approved warranty projects.  
• Ensure all project work is completed in accordance with the project specifications, schedule, and safety requirements. 

Education/Certification:  

• High school diploma required
• Bachelor degree in Construction Science Management or Engineering preferred   

Required Knowledge & Experience:      

• 1 - 3 years of construction experience preferred
• Microsoft Project experience preferred                                                                        

Skills/Abilities:                  

• Understand construction terminology and methods of construction
• Read and understand civil, structural, mechanical, and architectural drawings
• Read and understand piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs)
• Understand basic procurement processes and procedures
• Possess excellent computer skills utilizing MS Office products

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

Must possess current, valid driver’s license with no restrictions.  Up to 20% travel required or as needed.