The Weitz Company is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to work on an exciting project in Telluride, CO.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for profitably managing a small project, or a specific scope of a medium to large project, with a Project Manager's oversight. This role will manage administrative and field construction activities related to the assigned project(s). The Assistant Project Manager typically reports to the Project Manager and may supervise other personnel.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do: Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope

Manage construction documents, drawings, requests for information (RFI) and submittals

Prepare inspections, compliance audits and the non-conformance log

Manage material and equipment delivery status

Manage project logs (i.e. buyouts, subcontractor material status reports, submittals, RFIs)

Assist in the preconstruction, project planning and buyout process

Create and manage scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements

Approve subcontractor and vendor pay applications, within delegated authority

Assist in completion of monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings and financial risk assessments

Ensure subcontract agreements and amendments are executed

Track and negotiate subcontractor requests for change; solicit pricing and execute change orders, within delegated authority

Utilize virtual design tools to assist with project coordination

Operate project software, implement Lean Last Planner and create/manage project schedule

Facilitate regular project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes, as needed

Manage closeout information, punch list items, as-built drawings and warranty process

Facilitate dispute resolution among subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners, within delegated authority

Identify and propose value engineering and scope reduction opportunities

Assist with mentoring and providing development opportunities for team members

What We’re Looking For: Education: An industry related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience: A minimum of three years of project construction management experience is required LEAN principles experience and ability to apply principles are desired OSHA 30 is preferred, or willingness to obtain upon hire

Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines Strong negotiation, leadership, problem-solving, client relation, and decision-making abilities Detail-oriented and highly organized

Technology: Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad) and have the ability to learn specific software. Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred. Training will be provided on company standards. What We Offer: Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings

Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance

Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards