Assistant Project Manager

Kitchell seeks a dedicated Assistant Project Manager to join our Arizona /Mountain Region in Yuma, AZ, and build a long-term career with one of the most innovative and growth-oriented Construction Services companies in the United States.

Overview

Assist the Project Manager in providing Construction Project Management Consultant Services for the owner on vertical Public Sector Construction Projects from conception to completion. The position will be assigned and based at the project site in Yuma, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Assists the project manager in providing construction project management consultant services to the owner on vertical public sector projects
• Ensures operations are executed following company project management procedures and policies
• Ensures delivery and adherence to contractual requirements and that all aspects of owner contracts are accomplished
• Ensures all project activities are executed timely following contractual requirements
• Reviews all project documents and monitor the daily project activities for conformance to contractual requirements
• Manages the review of submittals and shop drawings to ensure conformance with contractual requirements
• Assists in reviewing the contractor’s billing worksheet, pay estimate breakdown, and monthly progress payment request and monitor payment receipts and disbursements
• Assists the project manager during the procurement process to identify qualified contractors/subcontractors for assigned projects
• Coordinates and monitors activities of contractors/subcontractors, design consultants, and related performing entities
• Assists with the overall project management process, including schedule control, scope changes management, budget control, and process contract change order
• Actively participates in internal team activities that focus on continuous improvement
• Provides customer service to internal and external clients promptly
• Builds and maintains long-term client relationships
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline is preferred
• 3 or more years of experience in the Design/Engineering/Construction (DEC) industry is required

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient user skills with the Microsoft Suite of tools and Bluebeam
• Working knowledge of standard industry tools such as P6 and Procore is strongly preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to foster and maintain interpersonal relationships is required
• Provide leadership support and financial management support to the project team is required

License and Certifications

• A valid Arizona driver’s license free from suspensions or restrictions is required

Travel Requirements

This position is based on location at the project site in Yuma, AZ.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel, and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.