Assistant Project Manager

19 hours ago


Houston, Texas, United States McCarthy Building Full time

Position Summary:

The Water Assistant Project Manager position combines the principles of a Project Engineer with people and cost management. On a daily basis, you will work closely with your Project Manager to ensure timely, quality and successful completion of a project. You may be solely responsible for a large segment of a project, and/or have Engineers/Interns reporting to you. This position is the next step in developing an employee's managerial and communication skills. McCarthy water and wastewater treatment construction projects range from $20 million to $300 million, which include a significant amount of self-perform scopes. McCarthy Water is a national program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist 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 entire 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 the 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 executing of the Project closeout process
  • Implement all applicable safety and EEO/affirmative action programs

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field required
  • 3-7 years construction experience on water 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

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.



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