Assistant Construction Manager

Summary

Willdan Performance Engineering, a subsidiary of Willdan, is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager. Willdan Performance Engineering is a national full-service design-build engineering, construction, and energy services company (ESCO) with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, and Kansas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

We are looking for an Assistant Construction Manager to join our team. This position is responsible for assisting the Project Managers and/or Construction Managers in coordinating the activities of a project to ensure schedule, document control and quality standards are met as well as ensuring that all aspects of our services are delivered to the highest level to guarantee client satisfaction. Our ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management or other construction-related training, 3+ years of professional experience related to construction means and methods. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate success in the following skills and abilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage projects from conception to completion including planning, work scope reviews, scheduling, organization, site walkthroughs and closeout (e.g., punch lists, as-builts, attic stock, final invoicing/lien waiver etc.)
• Resolve issues that may arise with clients, contractors or consultants
• Fully understand the scope of the project and related contract documents
• Have knowledge of the scopes within prime and subcontract agreements
• Manage the client relationship
• Develop tools, processes and procedures to facilitate projects
• Track project progress in relation to budgets, targets and forecasts
• Make recommendations for improvements to the program’s strategies and business processes
• Participating in the evaluation of program effectiveness
• Engagement in any and all areas critical to meeting program objectives
• Oversee and drive the RFI and submittal process
• Assist in preparing and updating project schedules and budgets
• Assist in coordinating construction activities on site
• Assist field operations in daily reports and dissemination of these reports
• Ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Manage project documentation and maintain accurate records
• Communicate with stakeholders including clients, contractors, and other team members throughout the construction process
• Assist in managing and resolving any issues that arise during construction
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, technical coursework preferred
• 3+ years of relevant experience working with General Construction, Mechanical, or Electrical
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, DER, and lighting technologies
• Strong project management skills and the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality deliverables
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite in particular, Excel
• Familiarity with database systems
• Ability to travel. Travel may include various means of transportation including automobile, public transportation, rail, and airplane

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation StatementWilldan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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