Assistant Project Manager - Civil Construction
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. · Dallas, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Dallas, TX
Job highlights
- Manage civil construction projects alongside Project Manager.
- Oversee project costs, schedules, and quality assurance.
- Lead and mentor project staff and engineers.
- Ensure safety and compliance on job sites.
- Develop managerial and communication skills for career growth.
About the role
Assistant Project Manager Civil Construction
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is a leading employee-owned commercial construction company specializing in diverse projects nationwide. We are committed to innovative collaboration throughout the project life cycle, from design to completion. Our focus on developing high-performing individuals through award-winning training, excellent benefits, and an inclusive culture aligned with our core values: Genuine, We Not I, and All In. Our culture is defined by our core values: honesty and integrity in delivering promises, personal investment as employee owners, genuine connections and mutual success in a family-like, inclusive environment, and respect for the work and the people who ensure safety.Position Summary
The Assistant Project Manager role integrates project engineering principles with people and cost management. Working closely with the Project Manager, you will ensure timely, quality, and successful completion of civil projects. This role may involve sole responsibility for a project segment and/or direct supervision of Engineers and Interns, serving as the next step in developing managerial and communication skills.Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Manager in establishing the project chart of accounts, developing and updating the CPM construction schedule, developing subcontracts and purchase orders, and producing a responsibility listing for the project staff.
- Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent and leadership and training to the project staff and engineers.
- Track, review, and process Change Proposal Requests, Change Orders, Owner Payment Applications, and, if applicable, claims.
- Monitor job costs, maintain accurate reports, and assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing quantity reports, analyzing labor costs, and completing quarterly profit project records.
- Assist in establishing, maintaining, and leading the on-site Total Quality Management process.
- Manage the preparation and execution of the Project closeout process.
- Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required.
- 3-7 years of construction experience on relevant projects.
- Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
- Experience in managing field staff and building relationships with owners.
- Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region.
- Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated track record of jobsite safety excellence.
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Civil Construction
- Cost Management
- Schedule Development
- Change Orders
- Quality Management
- Safety Programs
- Team Leadership
- Construction Principles
Skills & topics
- Assistant Project Manager
- Civil Construction
- Project Management
- Construction
- Construction Management
- CPM Schedule
- Cost Control
- Change Orders
- Quality Management
- Safety Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, 3-7 years of relevant civil construction experience, and any experience managing field staff.
- Showcase safety expertise: Emphasize your track record of jobsite safety excellence and knowledge of safety programs in your application.
- Demonstrate leadership potential: Use your resume and cover letter to illustrate your people and cost management skills, and your ability to lead teams.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your understanding of construction principles, your experience with change orders and cost tracking, and your commitment to McCarthy's core values.
Technical preparation
Master CPM scheduling principles and software.,Understand construction cost estimation and control.,Familiarize with change order processes.,Review safety regulations and quality standards.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging project you managed.,How do you handle team conflicts?,Tell us about a time you ensured safety.,How do you prioritize tasks under pressure?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager at McCarthy Building Companies?
- As an Assistant Project Manager at McCarthy, you will support the Project Manager in managing project schedules, costs, subcontracts, and quality control. You'll also be involved in administrative tasks, processing change orders, monitoring job costs, implementing safety programs, and potentially leading project staff and engineers. The role is designed to develop your managerial and communication skills within civil construction projects.
- What qualifications are essential for the Assistant Project Manager role at McCarthy?
- A Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is required. Additionally, 3-7 years of construction experience on relevant projects, advanced knowledge of construction principles, and experience managing field staff are crucial. Geographical mobility and a strong commitment to jobsite safety are also key qualifications.
- How does McCarthy Building Companies foster its company culture?
- McCarthy Building Companies fosters its culture through its core values: Genuine, We Not I, and All In. They emphasize honesty and integrity, employee ownership (100% employee-owned), genuine connections and mutual success in an inclusive environment, and respect for the building process and safety. This is supported by award-winning training and a robust Total Rewards benefits program.
- What career development opportunities are available for an Assistant Project Manager at McCarthy?
- The Assistant Project Manager role is positioned as the next step in developing managerial and communication skills. McCarthy offers award-winning training programs and a focus on equipping employee owners, suggesting significant opportunities for career advancement within project management and leadership roles in civil construction.
- How does McCarthy Building Companies handle unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies?
- McCarthy Building Companies' Talent Acquisition Team is the sole authorized representative for engaging with external search firms. They maintain an Approved Agency List and only consider submissions from agencies with a signed, current fee agreement. Unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from agencies without an active agreement will not result in any fee obligation for McCarthy, and McCarthy reserves the right to hire such candidates without responsibility to the submitting agency.