Assistant Project Manager

Freese and Nichols is currently searching for an Assistant Project Manager to support all phases of initiated projects, including project setup, general management, and close-out at the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Airport.

You will support Project Managers on varied projects.

• Provide administrative support to project managers and construction managers during design and construction for projects, with an emphasis on Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build activities.
• Supports project scope change management procedures within the established budget and schedule.
• Prepare meeting materials for DFW and Stakeholder project decisions related to project governance meetings.
• Assist project and construction managers with bringing action items and issues to closure.
• Document decisions and support close-out of action items and issues through Unifier, the document management system.
• Review and understand contract and technical specifications and construction drawings.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project schedules.
• Track the performance of the project using earned value management techniques, schedule and cost performance measures.
• Communicate project information with client and program team regularly.
• Prepare basic items in written or graphic form for use by the client, assist in presentations, and discuss design and construction issues with appropriate stakeholders.

Qualifications

Additional Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, building construction, or construction management.
• Professional Engineer or Registered Architect, or
• Certified Construction Manager or Project Management Professional
• 5+ years' experience in management of design / construction programs or Capital Improvement Programs. Demonstrated proficiency in design project management and construction contract administration.

Understanding of basic Public Sector Procurement procedures, ability to apply those procedures, and ability to address advanced or complex procurement issues.

General understanding of municipal budgeting procedures, with the ability to develop and manage budgets for the client.

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs : developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work.

Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States.