Commercial Construction Associate Project Manager

About At MEC General Contractors, were proud to be a third-generation, family-owned company with a legacy built on trust, innovation, and dedication for over 50 years. With offices in Melbourne and Orlando, Florida, and Dallas, Texas, were strategically growing while staying true to our roots. Our core valuesFamily, Engineering Minded, and Passionguide everything we do, from the way we build projects to how we treat our team. At MEC, we believe in empowering our employees, fostering a culture where your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Join us as we continue to shape communities and build a future we can all be proud of. Our regional focus means significantly less travel, allowing for greater work-life balance. Job Summary A Construction Associate Project Manager supports the project manager in the day-to-day activities associated with the design, permitting, construction, and occupancy transition for the project(s) to which the APM is assigned. Duties and Responsibilities Support senior project manager(s) on projects and initiatives where appropriate to ensure accurate and current project documentation. Understand a projects scope and create documents for project requirements. Monitor projects on a regular basis, evaluating progress and quality, and managing issue resolution process to ensure corrective actions are taken. Maintain the quality of all project document/data to assure the integrity of the project. Serve as point of contact for all project-related communications, managing expectations and ensuring timely delivery of information. Coordinate project team members and third-party contractors to ensure efficient execution of tasks and adherence to deadlines. Responsible for small and medium projects, as assigned, with opportunities to work collaboratively on larger projects. Establish and maintain project communications with internal and external stakeholders. Track and process projects costs including subcontractor change orders, owner PCOs, and owner change orders. Communicate with all utility providers, establish the accounts, monitor, and track final delivery dates. Coordinate on all project closeout requirements, communicate with subcontractors and field superintendents to obtain such information on time. Acquire the appropriate licenses and permits from the corresponding authorities and ensure construction is up to code. Monitors construction activities to ensure that all phases or work are done in accordance with company standards and contractual agreements that is compliant to schedule and budget requirements. Partners with the construction Superintendent and give guidance as needed to ensure high-quality project performance. Communicate the status of the building project to key stakeholders by providing regular progress reports. Uses scheduling software to update schedules, track progress, and document project progression. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills and Abilities Bachelors degree in business, project and/or construction management, related fields, or equivalent experience. Project Management experience: 1 preferred. Knowledge of the construction industry and building process, including building codes, blueprints, permits, construction equipment, material resources, construction processes, and project management principles. Experience using construction or project management software preferred. Some field experience on construction sites preferred. Strong communication skills, leadership skills, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and time-management skills. Ability to travel and visit job sites. Job Type: Full-time Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Education Associate (Preferred) Experience Project management: 1 year (Preferred) M.E. Construction, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. MEC utilizes E-Verify. US work authorization (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr