Associate Project Manager, Construction

Consultant, Associate Project Manager, Construction 

Summary 

Our client, a Fortune 500 Pharmaceutical Company, has engaged GForce Life Sciences to provide an Associate Project Manager (APM) who provides both task-based assignments and, under supervision, support limited project level management for capital projects and initiatives, from conceptualization through design, bidding, construction, commissioning, and close out. The Associate Project Manager shall effectively complete all assigned project assignments, take direction from supervisor(s) on soft projects and department initiatives associated with the engineering, design, and construction department goals. Using project management tools and techniques, the Associate Project Manager shall coordinate project scope, schedule and budget requirements with the Planning and Operations departments, design consultants and Contractors.

With guidance and direction from supervisors, the Associate Project Manager will lead projects of diverse scope requiring an understanding of current business trends, construction techniques, innovative project delivery methods, thorough knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, core and shell construction as well as rigor in compliance, and the highest standard of care. A self-starting, achievement-oriented focus that fosters a productive team environment while driving projects to successful completion is essential.

Job Duties

·      Reports project status, financial project controls regularly to supervisor(s) and department head.

·      Performs project management for engineering, design, construction, renovation and facilities related projects.

·      Monitors design and construction activities to ensure that all phases of work are done in accordance with corporate standards and contractual agreements that is compliant to schedule and budget requirements.

·      Establishes and maintains highly complex project budgets, cash flow analyses, and cost estimates, as well as reviews purchase orders, change orders, and invoices with significant impact on the success of company operations.

·      Identifies and addresses areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risks.

·      Develops, monitors, and maintains project schedules. Ensures that project objectives with regard to time are met.

·      Maintains client, consultant, contractor, and vendor relationships. Manages conflict resolution.

·      Communicates highly complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at executive leadership levels, to adopt a different point of view.

·      Evaluates, develops and selects standards, tools, and knowledge requirements for Facilities Project Management skills and career development. Provides guidance, direction, and instruction in Facilities Project Management to less experienced team members and colleagues.

Mandatory Requirements 

·      Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

·      5+ years of experience in project management or construction management

·      Ground up construction experience

Preferred Requirements 

·      Pharmaceutical industry experience

·      CAD experience

·      Experience with one or more of the following systems: Revit, Bluebeam, Oracle Unifier

Term & Start 

·      12+ month contract, full-time 40hrs/week

·      Onsite in Tarrytown, NY

·      4 days onsite

·      27 days of PTO

·      Benefits available (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)