Job Description

J. A. Watts, LLC (JWI) is a woman-founded professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we’re known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That’s how we manage our projects and how we recruit THE Best People in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, making us stronger together.

This role is responsible for supporting Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with various project management support including participation in meetings, coordination with the scheduling and cost controls teams, evaluating changes, preparing project reports, etc. The Assistant Project Manager will report to the assigned Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, or designated Client Lead. The Assistant Project Manager will support several Fuel projects and help support planned Fuel service growth. The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for on-site field inspection and assisting Project Managers with project administration. The Assistant Project Manager will be required to work on-site 5 days a week at O'Hare airport.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications
• Assist Project Manager with writing technical documents, testing plans, and proposals
• Plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Confer with clients, sub-consultants, and contractors to discuss work procedures, complaints and construction problems
• Make recommendations to the Project Manager or own project adjustments accordingly
• Assist the Project Manager to oversee project staff and j Aid in the investigation of potential situations, evaluate potential problems and make recommendations regarding corrective action to the Project Manager
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports concerning work progress, costs and scheduling Review project schedule; coordinate schedule updates and distribute internally and externally
• Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings
• Review contracts and facilitate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Help negotiate professional and contractual service agreements
• Work with the Project Manager to understand the financial aspects of the contract(s) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain a good relationship with the client
• Provide support to the Project Manager to help ensure those project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality (Recommend opportunities for improvement)
• Develop, draft, and review proposed construction plans and specifications to meet client requirements for interior renovations and remodels
• Produce and present space planning and programming documents to the owner
• Prepare and monitor punch list items
• Perform other duties as required/directed

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture or engineering, or equivalent work experience; EIT or Professional Engineer a plus
• 0-3 years of experience, preferably in engineering, project or construction management; transportation, construction, or aviation industries preferred
• Able to pass a background check to obtain badging at airports
• Strong interpersonal, attention to detail, administrative, and organizational skills, including the ability to negotiate and resolve conflict
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with contractors and field staff
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to understand construction plans and specifications
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, work effectively in a team environment, and meet deadlines
• Experience using MS Office suite and industry related project management software; Microstation or AutoCAD a plus

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employees and family
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options available
• Company-provided group life, short and long-term disability, and voluntary life options
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Student debt repayment resources available
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• ID Theft protection
• Company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.