JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for assisting the Project Manager in managing a smooth, profitable, and efficiently run PM Design Group (PMDG) project team. The basic function of the Assistant Project Manager is to assist with the planning, organizing and monitoring the development and completion of assigned projects of PM Design Group, provide leadership when needed and be responsible in the following areas: • Successful Multiple Project • High Management Level Client Interface & Reporting • Project Profitability & Budget Control • Project Quality • Business Development Activities • People Management (when assigned staff) The Assistant Project Manager may also complete the duties of a Sr. Job Captain or Job Captain when circumstances and/or resources dictate.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBIITIES:

1. Complete business development (marketing) activities as assigned to secure client business.

2. Oversee staff assigned to projects team.

3. Respond to clients (in person and over the phone).

4. In conjunction with Project Manager, review proposals prior to approval and client submittal

5. Assist Project Manager to forecast resources (labor, consultants, etc.)

6. Ensure project team is adequately staffed for assigned projects.

7. Must abide by the Employee Manual, all company policies, and ensure PMDG employees do the same.

8. Regularly review the status of projects, project budgets and project reporting, and proactively take action when budgets are in jeopardy of not being achieved.

9. Act as a primary referral/resource with other PMDG employees, and/or outside consultants.

10. Oversee the Human Resources requirements (hiring, firing, evaluating, and disciplining) of the project team and coordinate with Director of HR.

11. Continuously mentor PMDG employees to improve their skill set.

12. Set the tone for the office and project team and promote a “client-centered” attitude throughout.

13. Provide technical assistance to PMDG employees as required.

14. Ensure all assigned projects are completed to the company’s quality standard level(s).

15. Seek out resource-sharing opportunities to ensure PMDG employees remain billable to a client project.

16. Review and approve timecards for assigned employees or help PM when needed.

17. Review Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable over 60 days and follow-up as required.

18. Coordinate with Corporate Accounting as directed by Project Manager.

19. Attend and actively participate in company meetings/conference calls.

20. Look for opportunities to reduce/eliminate unnecessary expenditures.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
• Must possess a working knowledge of Office Suite of products.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence others.
• Must be able to clearly communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Must be an excellent company ambassador at all times.
• 8 – 10 years industry experience, with a minimum 5 years supervising others.
• Licensed Architect preferred, though not required.
• Must possess excellent negotiation and closing skills.
• Must be able to perform and comprehend business calculations, spatial comprehension, and understand financial/operational reports.