Assistant Construction Project Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as an Assistant Construction Project Manager at our in-building wireless solutions firm. You will play a vital role in supporting our engineering and technical teams in the successful execution of life safety and cellular DAS projects.

RFS normal business hours are M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm, EST, at our office or working remotely. Field work may require 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on site. You will be working in a fast-paced environment and must have the ability to meet deadlines and create high-quality deliverables with minimal supervision.

As an Assistant Construction Project Manager, your primary responsibility will be to work closely with senior project managers, providing coordination, scheduling, and management support for multiple wireless system implementation projects simultaneously. Your responsibilities will include attending meetings, handling documentation, invoicing, and any other tasks required to move projects forward.

Qualifications

  1. Education and Experience:
    • Bachelor’s degree in business or construction management, or related field from an accredited university is required (Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management is preferred).
    • Minimum 1-3 years of experience in construction related management.
    • Basic knowledge of project management processes and procedures.
    • Experience with agile project management methods a plus.
  2. Communication Skills:
    • Possess excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues and clients.
    • Able to compose professional emails, messages and other written documents with accuracy and clarity.
  3. Proficient with Microsoft Office:
    • Includes Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
  4. Task & Time Management
    • Excellent organizational and time managment skills are vital.
    • Able to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.
    • Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

  1. Project Coordination
    • Assist senior project managers in coordinating project activities, ensuring that technical tasks are scheduled, and deadlines are met.
    • Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth project execution and effective communication with stakeholders.
  2. Documentation and Submittals:
    • Manage project documentation including contracts, drawings, specifications, and change orders. Prepare and submit necessary documentation to relevant agencies for approvals.
    • You will be expected to familiarize yourself with municipal and agency requirements governing wireless system deployments.
  3. Subcontractor Management:
    • Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials, and adherence to project schedules.
  4. Communication:
    • Maintain regular communication with clients, team members, and other stakeholders.
    • Provide updates on project progress, address concerns, and respond to inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
  5. Project Execution:
    • Monitor project schedule, track milestones and project deliverables. Identify risks and propose resolutions.
    • Assist senior project managers to ensure projects are completed within specified timelines and budgets.
  6. Site Visits and Travel:
    • Be prepared to travel locally to project sites as required. Conduct site visits to assess feasibility, coordinate installation activities, and oversee project implementation.

RFS Benefits 2023

RFS is committed to offering all our employees and their families a quality benefits package to ensure their health and wellbeing. These include:

  1. PTO & Paid Sick Leave
  2. Medical
  3. Dental
  4. Vision
  5. Short and Long Term Disability
  6. Term Life
  7. 401K