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Assistant Project Manager – Buildings
Bird Construction. Lead, direct, and coordinate the daily management of assigned construction projects .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in construction management, including project execution, cost control, and safety compliance. Proficient in managing project budgets, schedules, and documentation while fostering strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Construction ManagementProject ExecutionCost ControlSafety ComplianceLeadership
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Cost EstimatingProject AdministrationDocument ControlChange Order ProcessingContract InterpretationProject SchedulingKPI ReportingSubcontractor ManagementHSE PlanningProcurement
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingAnalytical ThinkingTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
Viewpoint Project Management Software
Certifications & Qualifications
P. Eng.EITCETPQS
Industry Keywords
Commercial ConstructionHigh-Rise ProjectsCivil ProjectsInstitutional ProjectsClient Billing
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead, direct, and coordinate the daily management of assigned construction projects
- Support the Project Manager with preconstruction documentation, KPIs, and monthly reporting
- Assist with project setup and document control systems
- Contribute to preconstruction planning, HSE planning, procurement, logistics, and Project Execution Plans
- Support tender package preparation, subcontractor recommendations, and cost coding
- Assist with permits and approvals from local authorities
- Identify and implement efficient, cost-effective project delivery solutions
- Assist with pricing and processing change orders and tracking RFIs
- Coordinate and review shop drawings and approvals
- Coordinate communication with sub-trades and suppliers
- Maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost reports
- Support master schedule updates and alignment with Superintendent look-ahead schedules
- Assist with client billing schedules and invoicing
- Support subcontract administration, payment processes, dispute resolution, and subcontractor performance evaluations
- Maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Support health, safety, and environmental compliance
- Assist with deficiencies, warranty items, contractual and financial closeout, final reports, purchase order reconciliation, and outstanding costs
Requirements
What you’ll need- Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Construction Management
- Eligible for, or in possession of, a P. Eng., EIT, CET, or PQS designation
- 5–8 years of hands-on experience in construction management, including cost estimating and direct project management of large-scale commercial, high-rise, civil, or institutional projects
- Demonstrated experience within institutional and commercial construction environments
- Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills
- Proven competency in safety, workforce management, project execution, cost control, quality, and project administration
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules
- Experience with Viewpoint Project Management software is considered an asset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail
- Positive, team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach to working across teams
- May require OPP or Reliability clearance
Benefits
Comp & perks- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) commitment
- Inclusive workplace and belonging-focused culture
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Safe and healthy work environment
- Leadership and employee development opportunities