Assistant Construction Manager

About Us

We specialize in planning, engineering, and building food process plants and cold-storage warehouse and distribution facilities for food processors, distributors, retailers, wholesalers, and more.

Job Summary

Food Tech is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to support the day-to-day management of construction projects at job sites across the country.

This position will work closely with Construction Managers and Project Managers to coordinate subcontractors, maintain project schedules, monitor safety and quality, assist with project reporting, and help keep construction activities moving according to plan. The successful candidate will work on-site at construction projects nationwide.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Construction Manager with daily jobsite activities, including site reports, subcontractor coordination, schedule management, and punch-list activities.
• Routinely walk project sites to ensure work is being performed safely and meeting Food Tech schedule and quality standards.
• Maintain and track the master project schedule.
• Help ensure site safety requirements are consistently met and assist on-site safety personnel in addressing identified issues.
• Assist the Project Manager with monthly project reports covering permitting, schedule, budget, quality, and customer needs.
• Review and understand subcontractor scopes of work.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with building officials to request required inspections.
• Help ensure approved materials are properly incorporated into construction.
• Identify conflicts or omissions and coordinate with the Food Tech Design Team to resolve them.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate effectively with others.
• Team-oriented with a positive, professional approach.
• Ability to develop firm but fair working relationships with subcontractors.
• Ability to communicate project challenges early and effectively.
• Understanding of construction quality control and scheduling.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Procore, and related construction technology.
• OSHA 10/30 training.
• Experience with food and beverage facility construction is a plus.
• Experience with the design-build delivery method is a plus.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Benefits

Food Tech offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for:
  • Professional licensing
  • Certifications
  • Continuing education
  • Professional memberships

Ready to bring your construction leadership experience to projects across the country? Apply today with your current resume for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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