STO Building Group Looking for Project Management Assistant at British Columbia, Canada Full Time

Position at Govan Brown

In a snapshot

Govan Brown Construction Managers has an exciting opportunity for a talented and energetic Project Management Assistant to provide support to our Project Managers, ensuring our client projects are executed on schedule, within budget and at the highest quality.

The opportunity

• Play a key role through all phases of our construction projects, from tender through construction and close-out.
• Proactively manage project processes and documents, such as project set up, bid packages, subcontract management, drawings, purchase orders, contracts, building permits, change order requests and pricing, RFIs, RFQs, close out etc.
• Setup and maintain accurate project information and data in our computerized project management system (CMiC)
• Review shop drawings for scope and accuracy against schedules
• Liaise and build relationships with clients, designers and sub-contractors
• Conduct regular site visits, attend and participate in client and trade meetings
• Provide project accounting support – assist with approvals for AP processing and client invoicing, budgets & estimates
• Organize the project closeout documentation, including; warranties, drawings, manuals, permits etc.
• Track and communicate regularly with key stakeholders regarding project status and milestones
• Provide top notch service to clients, suppliers and other stakeholders by responding professionally and with a sense of urgency

Skills & Experience

• Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering diploma or degree
• 3+ years related experience, preferably in the Commercial Construction/Interior fit-up industry
• Ability to read and understand construction-related drawings/documents
• Strong knowledge of construction processes through all phases – startup through construction and closeout
• Proactively identify problems / issues and develop effective solutions
• Tech savvy in Microsoft Office suite and project management software (an asset)
• Confidence and professionalism to communicate effectively with clients, designers, subcontractors and peers
• Self- motivated with the ability to take initiative and work in a fast-paced environment, handling competing demands
• Highly organized and a stickler for detail
• Ability to work under minimal supervision / direction as well as part of a team, sharing information with others
• Positive spirit with a “get ‘er done” attitude

Govan Brown is an equal opportunity employer and we would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that we will only be contacting the candidates under consideration.