Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Building Construction)

Job Description

Job Description

PJ Dick, Inc ., one of the premier general contractors and construction managers in the Mid-Atlantic region, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join its vertical construction team in the State College, Pennsylvania area to help manage a growing list of projects.

About PJ Dick:

• A family-owned, family of Companies whose core values are Safety, Quality, Integrity, Family, and Community
• Consistently ranked in the Top 100 Builders nationally by Engineering News-Record
• Voted a "Best Places to Work" multiple times
• Building projects in Eastern and Central PA since 1979

What the Role Involves:

At the direction of the project manager, you will assist with overall management for an assigned project and help plan, organize, and staff key field positions. You will maintain relationships with subcontractors and A/E contacts to help facilitate construction activities; monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures; monitor compliance with company's safety program.

Who We Are Looking For:

Although technical skills and knowledge are essential, we are looking for critical, creative thinkers with inquiring minds. This role requires drive, determination, and a high level of self-discipline to ensure successful project execution. Our ideal candidate will love a fast-paced and dynamic work environment that focuses on technical problem solving, collaboration with a wide variety of team members, and structured work product. To be successful in this role, you will need to be a confident team player who develops trust across stakeholders, is a clear communicator and facilitator, and demonstrates a high degree of critical thinking skills.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

We often talk about how we are "a family of companies, and a company of families." Our team members work hard, share our successes, collaborate with our partners, and support our communities. We invite you to watch this short video and join us in building the future of our region.

We offer an exceptional compensation and benefits package that includes competitive salary, annual bonus and profits sharing; top-notch medical, dental and visions benefits; professional development and education reimbursement, and a positive team-oriented environment.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Educational and experience requirements include: four-year engineering degree or equivalent plus three or more (3+) years of experience/knowledge of vertical construction; understanding of technical plans, specifications, design elements and reports specific to construction of commercial building structures; experience with structural and design analysis, cost estimating, and pre-project planning by preparing construction schedules, submittal schedules, meeting schedules, etc.; superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential.

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PJ Dick-Trumbull-The Lindy Group strives to create a diverse, safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment in which all teams can excel.

We are an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contracting Employer and welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates, including covered veterans, minorities, females, and people with disabilities. Our policy is clear: We do not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by law.

To view our EEO policy, click here ; to view our Section 503 and VEVRAA Affirmative Action Policy, click here .