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Sparrow Partners Assistant Project Manager - Construction in Tampa, Florida
Are you a natural leader and highly knowledgeable when it comes to Construction Project Management? Do you enjoy making sure everyone on the team is set up for success? If so, this may be the perfect opportunity!
The Role
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) assists the project team leader in planning, execution, delivery, close- out and the overall success of a specific project(s). The APM is responsible for assisting, coordinating and managing the construction process from start through close-out. The APM works with the Project Manager to assist design efforts, solicit, and qualify bids, develop contract documents, manage construction documents, expedite materials, ensure quality, and help manage the overall construction process. The APM reports to the Project Manager.
What You’ll Do…
Preconstruction
Assist and validate design through active participation in design meetings
Assist with cost estimates during design through active bid procurement
Assist in coordination of construction trailer and all required furniture and equipment
Assist in developing contract documents and prequalify Subs and Vendors
Field Management
Visit site periodically and assist coordination of onsite activities with Superintendent
Provide all necessary support to on-site Superintendent to ensure the project is successful
Assist Superintendent in material order deliveries
Manage Subcontractor contract compliance
Attend weekly coordination and safety meetings
Establish and maintain positive Subcontractor/Vendor relations
Contracting and Buyout
Solicit bids from at least 3 qualified Vendors and Subcontractors
Develop detailed scopes of work by trade to include as exhibits in contract documents
Prepare detailed Schedules of Value to facilitate payment for Subcontractors and Vendors
Prepare schedule exhibits by duration for all Subcontractors
Qualify all bids for work including contract terms and insurance
Prepare bid forms to analyze “apples-for-apples” on all trade bids and submit to PM for approval
Prepare master list of documents for use as exhibit in contract documents
Workflow & Scheduling
Monitor schedule daily and provide weekly written updates.
Review daily reports from Superintendent
Attend weekly Subcontractor meetings to coordinate subs and suppliers in order to achieve project objectives
Ensure all materials are procured well in advance of the time needed
Code Compliance
Monitor all materials test reports for compliance with standards and specifications
Monitor third-party inspectors for contractual and code compliance
Monitor permit and inspection notebook
Quality Control
Continually inspect and monitor all work to ensure it is performed in accordance with contracts, plans and specifications
Obtain shop drawings from Subcontractors and suppliers. Ensure timely review and approval by architects and engineers so that there are no delays to schedule
Notify trades of all redline revisions, ASI’s, and other changes from published documents to ensure their implementation with a minimum of rework
Coordinate design consultants for onsite inspections and punch lists
Material Control
Monitor material delivery tickets against actual shipments and cross reference these to Purchase Orders. Coordinate placement of materials on- site to minimize access issues and protect supplies
Instruct trades to use materials efficiently and to protect perishable items from sun, rain, or other damage
Ensure that materials are being used where and how intended
Manage materials using Sparrow Partners best practices
Cost Control
Review Sub Change Order requests and verify work or material is not included within the Subcontractor’s original scope of work
Monitor field-generated requests prior to commencement of extra work
Assist with review of all monthly payment requests to ensure work is complete and satisfactory prior to approval of monthly draw approval or invoice payment
Safety
Inspect work practices, tools, equipment, fall protection, scaffolds, safety devices, etc. during site visits
Inspect safety violation log
Ensure escalation procedures are being utilized for recurring violators
Attend weekly safety meetings
Review safety reports with safety consultants during site visits
Cleanliness & Waste Management
Help promote good housekeeping practices everywhere on the job
Assist with implementation and enforce cleaning assignment
Help manage dumpsters for Superintendent to facilitate debris haul off
Site Security
Monitor project specific security program to ensure protection of project and assets
Erosion Control & Monitoring
Verify third-party monitoring company and ensure reports are filed according to NPDES and local requirements
Other
Participate in monthly on-site meetings with development to review project status
Assist PM with weekly schedule updates
Prepare and manage the following logs:
RFI
ASI
Inspection Log
Submittal
Shop Drawings
Transmittal
Attend Subcontractor draw meeting
Assist PM with validating work in place
Post Construction
Assist with preparation of final punch list for all Subcontractors and ensure all items are completed prior to release of retainage payment
Ensure all retainage release prerequisites have been met prior to approval of final retainage release
Procure all warranty documentation from Subcontractors and material providers
Assist in preparing After Action Report with all close-out documentation
Assist in preparing close-out book containing final project documentation
Ensure as-built surveys and elevation certificates are completed
Ensure as-built plan set is completed by Superintendent
Work with property management representatives and Subs/Vendors to resolve all remaining items
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years experience in Construction Project Management
Familiarity with Procore and Bluebeam preferred, but not required
Experienced in Microsoft Excel
Ability to learn and adapt quickly
Naturally curious and always striving to improve
Self-aware and coachable
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
Proven ability to build collaborative partnerships and lead through influence
Some of the Reasons You’ll Love Working With Us
Purpose driven culture
High employee engagement scores + Best Place to Work award recipient
Health, dental and vision benefits
Milestone anniversary rewards including travel, spa retreats, home down payments, student loan payoffs, sabbaticals and more
401K retirement plan with healthy employer match
Generous paid time off
Paid Parental Leave
Bonus opportunities
“Sparrow does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Agencies are specifically directed not to contact Sparrow employees in an attempt to present candidates. Such correspondence will be blocked and reported as spam.”
About Sparrow
Founded in 2017, Sparrow is at the forefront of one of the fastest growing housing segments in the nation focused on Active Adult 55+ communities and is now also embarking on a plan to develop “build-to-rent” communities with an exclusive, programmatic equity partner. Sparrow plans to begin developing conventional multifamily apartments in the near future.
Sparrow’s mission is to create thriving communities that feel like home. Through thoughtful design, state of the art construction and highly engaged management, we help our community members build meaningful connections and lead vibrant lives. Sparrow was founded in Austin with offices now in Dallas, Phoenix and Sarasota, and communities across the southern US.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees are the driver of our success. We are deeply committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels supported and differences are celebrated. Sparrow is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to giving every candidate equal consideration regardless of age, race, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic.
If you’ve gotten to this point, we hope you're feeling excited about the possibility of joining our team! Even if you don't feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet people that believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways – not just candidates who check all the boxes.
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