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Assistant Project Manager

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In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
Support the project manager across preconstruction, procurement, contract administration, risk mitigation, budget setup and maintenance, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, pay applications, mentoring project engineers, and ensuring safety and project closeout.
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Who we are

 

We're The Beck Group, the largest and most innovative integrated building firm in the country. We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types. Headquartered in downtown Dallas, with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Worth, Mexico City, and Tampa, we believe a better process and outcome results from working together. At Beck, you will find yourself surrounded by passionate colleagues who have a collaborative mindset and care about each other. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest within our industry, and that's why we are seeking experienced professionals like you to help transform the industry and continue building Beck's respected reputation.

What you bring to the table 
Beck is looking for a qualified Assistant Project Manager to join an extraordinary project team. While this is an individual role, you will be involved in many facets of construction with the ability to evolve our existing operations. As the Assistant Project Manager, you will support the team leader on project management duties and responsibilities including preconstruction, procurement, contract administration and closeout, identifying and mitigating risk, and project financial setup and maintenance.

The position involves the following essential functions:

• Identify customer’s needs and understand their culture
• Process and ensure compliance of subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders in a timely and accurate manner 
• Understand what constitutes a breach of contract and the steps involved to enforce
• Communicate effectively and continuously with design team to ensure coordination is maintained 
• Identify and lead cost savings efforts through value engineering or assembly of accurate general conditions estimates
• Establish relationships with trade partners, vendors, developers, and outside consultants to market Beck 
• Identify and solicit work from qualified subcontractors/vendors 
• Understand and implement the Beck Health & Safety plan
• Develop accurate project schedules with Superintendent input, assist in weekly schedule updates, and assist Superintendent with weekly look ahead schedules utilizing company software
• Process monthly pay applications from trade partners
• Effectively supervise and mentor Senior Project Engineers, Project Engineers, and Interns
• Support the project manager in administering the project budget through budget setup, change management, and subcontractor billings. 
 
Who we think will be a great fit
A person with the willingness to learn and be mentored under talented Project Management and Field Supervision staff while also developing and supervising their team and having the ability to proactively identify and solve problems and interact collaboratively and professionally with the project team, subcontractors, vendors, and owners. You possess uncompromising authenticity and integrity, effective time management skills, a thorough understanding of building construction, and a passion to get things done. An individual with an interest in the integrated project delivery method and an interest in being innovative in process improvement and technology will be an ideal candidate for this position.
You also meet the following requirements:
• 5+ years of relevant construction project or preconstruction experience, healthcare experience is a plus
• College graduate with relevant degree OR equivalent experience in lieu of college degree
• Experience using Excel, Synchro, Procore, Bluebeam, Egnyte, CMiC, and Revit or comparable construction technologies is a plus
 
Physical Demands:
Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity equipment; frequently ascends/descends ladders and stairs; constantly works in various outdoor weather conditions; frequently moves equipment up to 50Ibs to various locations on site; constantly communicates with subcontractors, vendors, and other members of project team; ability to constantly move around job site on uneven surfaces; Spends much of the day standing. Ability to adhere to consistent and timely attendance.

Beck’s Benefits

 

At Beck our team member experience goes beyond your day-to-day work activities – we also want to support the rest of your life goals, milestones and challenges. We strive for thrive – we want you to thrive in your wellbeing, finances, and community.

 

In addition to robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits, Beck is pleased to offer its team members:

  • 401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
  • Free dedicated financial coach
  • Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
  • Paid family leave
  • Health discounts on medical premiums
  • Free comprehensive health screenings
  • Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
  • Financial & behavioral support for family forming journeys (ex. Fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood).
  • Free Life Coach
  • Pet insurance discount
  • Organized projects and events to support our communities

Join our team and build your future with Beck.

 

The Beck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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