Assistant Project Manager

Company Overview The McCloud Group (TMG) is a Construction Management (CM) firm founded in 2002, specializing in the construction and renovation of educational, municipal, cultural, residential and transportation construction projects for public sector government agencies. TMG serves as the owner’s representative and advocate through all phases of a project and under a variety of delivery methods. Active primarily in the Northeast Region, where the company was formed, TMG spent the last 23 years building a diverse project portfolio that includes work in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Project Description TMG is managing construction on various NYCSCA (Emergency Program) projects which includes electrical upgrades for classroom A/C's, probes and borings for hazardous material exploration, and Capital Task Force classroom renovations. Job Summary TMG is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to assist in the management of NYCSCA capital improvement projects for the Emergency Service Program. He or She will be responsible for assisting in scheduling the work, procuring contractor's, overseeing the construction, maintaining schedule, site safety, coordinating communication between the school and the contractor, close out of project including payments to contractor. Responsibilities and Duties • Assist in the oversight of all daily field operations to ensure proper site safety, construction, progress, quality control, housekeeping, and daily log; • Assist in providing guidance, leadership and supervision of contractors and site staff; • Assist in the management of schedules, including weekly preparation of 2-week look ahead; • Proactively schedule and coordinate all contractors to ensure completion of the project in accordance with the project schedule and to ensure that no additional costs are required for completion of work; • Assist in the development of comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, and inspections; • Ensure assigned jobsite operations are in compliance with design/specifications, completion on schedule, within budget and to quality standards; • Demonstrate and maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, contractor relations and any deviation in the direction of the project; • Work in partnership with our client and contractors to maintain an updated and accurate project schedule that reflects the changes in project status and that meets the cost and time requirements of the project; • Assist in the running of weekly meetings, including project and contractor meetings; • Manage the RFI process; consisting of the creation of and suggestions on solutions to site issues and tracking them through closeout; • Exceed client expectations for each project by understanding client needs, wants, preferences and culture; • Continuously promote positive contractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all contractors and vendors instilling this philosophy in project team; • Maintain and review punch list process to ensure all are addressed and executed in a timely manner; • Manage close out process Qualifications • Bachelor degree in engineering/architecture, and/or construction related field from an accredited college or university. • 5 years experience in as a technical specialist in construction and design related field. • 2 years must have been involved in managing all phased of construction work. • Or a comparable combination of education and experience. • Shall have the ability to understand and interpret contract documents such as specifications, drawings and shop drawings. • Shall have experience in new and renovation type construction. • Shall have a valid driver's license Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $122,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Night shift • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person