Assistant Project Manager

CO Salary Range: USD 24.00 - 28.00 per hour

Job ID: 521476

United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Manager is an entry-level position supporting the management of civil construction projects. This role involves assisting with daily coordination of subcontractors and crews onsite, supporting project scheduling, and helping track equipment, labor, and overhead costs. The Assistant Project Manager works closely with senior project managers to ensure successful completion of projects awarded to the company.

Wage Range: $24-$28 per hour, dependent upon experience.

• Assist in reviewing blueprints, specifications, and work orders under supervision.
• Support the preparation of preliminary schedules and planning approaches for projects.
• Participate in meetings with clients, vendors, and team members to help formulate schedules and resolve minor issues.
• Help maintain current and accurate information on job costs and pay quantities, as directed by the Project Manager.
• Assist with measuring, compiling quantities, and preparing pay estimates for projects.
• Participate in the bidding process as required, primarily in a support capacity.
• Assist with project scheduling and resource allocation under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Review daily cost sheets for correctness and compliance, reporting discrepancies to management.
• Support job startup activities by reviewing project plans and specifications alongside the Project Manager and foreman.
• Provide feedback on job progress to estimating teams and assist with field measurements when requested.
• Help ensure foreman's job quantities are correct and submitted for invoicing.
• Projects may be remote; willingness to travel is required.
• Must be able to use a laptop computer, iPad, or similar device for job-related tasks.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred. Relevant coursework or internship experience will be considered.
• 1-2 years of civil construction experience preferred but not required. Equivalent education and experience will be accepted.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Report to the job site dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write basic correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and interpret basic bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to type and use keyboards accurately; basic knowledge of database software preferred.

• Customer Service: Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment under supervision.
• Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently; supports team organization.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Initiative: Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation: Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve quality; applies feedback to improve performance.

• Frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above shoulders.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and extreme cold and/or heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion