Assistant Project Manager

Job ID: 523682

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Tilcon CT, a CRH company. established in 1923, is one of the largest heavy civil construction contractors and material suppliers within the industry, and we are continuing to grow. Tilcon has a solid industry reputation and prides itself on hiring top level employees, encouraging, and supporting their career development. This role will be located at our New Britain, CT, office and will support all initiates in and around the State of Connecticut. This person will report to the Construction Manager.

Our core values are safety, quality, and integrity in everything we do. All Tilcon Connecticut employees are expected to partner with associates and management of Tilcon Connecticut Inc. to coordinate, support, and actively promote our safety processes. You will establish key internal relationships to help ensure safety continues to be embedded in the culture of our Company.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Applicant must be a team player willing to help find solutions, detail oriented, able to read and interpret material specifications, able to work in a physical and fast-paced manufacturing / construction environment and comply with all Tilcon Connecticut safety requirements.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Job Duties:

• Assist the Project Superintendent(s) & Project Manager(s) in planning, coordinating and tracking construction activities including crew and equipment.
• Manage/Support milling, paving and construction projects to completion
• Manage/Support pre-bid, estimating and pre-construction phases of milling, paving and construction projects
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations for construction projects by implementing the Company's Health and Safety Plan.
• Maintain and manage plans, specifications, cost, material estimates, subcontract, and related reports.
• Project document control and submission
• Assist Scheduler and Superintendent with two-week lookahead and CPM schedule.
• Maintain daily log, tracking all payable quantities.
• Coordinate proper procurement of construction materials ensuring timely delivery and accuracy of purchase orders.
• Expedite progress payment certificates, final payment certificates and all extra work orders as per contract.
• Calculate all productivity and material yields per plans, individual should be proficient in math.
• Arrange and conduct construction field services as required.
• Estimating takeoff for change order work
• Support upcoming bids through project takeoff, material/subcontractor procurement, and site visits
• Employees may also be assigned other work as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Engineering or Construction Management Degree or equivalent in a combination of experience and education.

• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals and objective.
• Focused on details, highly organized and works effectively with shifting priorities and rapid change.
• Effectively examines events, issues, and problems to generate optimal solutions in a timely manner.
• Fosters teamwork and cooperation with a strong ability to work with a highly functional team of experts.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to make timely, yet effective decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure and adaptable to change.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong customer orientation.

• Developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability and willingness to give and receive honest, balanced feedback.
• Ability to act in a professional manner with customers and represent Tilcon in a character that inspires trust.

• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Priority emphasis and strong time management skills.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and general public at all times.
• Ability to interact with sub-contractors, state and local officials, other employees, and different levels of management.

• Valid clear driver's license
• OSHA 10 certification.

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Pass a pre-employment physical.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work in both the office and the field. Providing a balanced mix of data analysis and on-site evaluations. Estimators frequently are required to sit, stand, and walk.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

• Competitive Base Salary

• Annual Bonus Potential
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• 401k with Roth option & Competitive Company Match
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement.