LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

The Landscape Construction Assistant Project Manager is responsible for having a full understanding of the project and assists Project Managers in coordinating and organizing the project. This position would assist in ensuring the work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the quality of workmanship specified.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers with daily project organization and documentation.
• Review plans, specifications, elevations, grades, and construction details.
• Track project quantities, production, materials, trucking, and equipment.
• Maintain daily reports, project documentation, photographs, and field records.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, change orders, and project cost tracking.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with scheduling and coordination.
• Assist in sourcing, tagging (as needed), pricing, and procuring plant and hardscape material for projects.
• Assist in reviewing, coding and approving vendor and subcontractor invoices weekly using company project management software.
• Send out Submittals and RFI’s as needed to architect as questions/discrepancies arise on the project.
• Assist in preparation of monthly AIA invoices based on work completed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of plant species identification and knowledge of plant varieties.
• Ability to read drawings, plans and engineering specifications.
• Knowledge of construction procedures, equipment operation, and current OSHA safety standards.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with sub-contractors, clients, architects, and management.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office suite and knowledge of construction tracking software preferred.
• Comfortable working in a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 to 3 years landscape experience or High school diploma (or equivalent). and 2+ years of landscape project management experience.
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar PDF viewer/editing software is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• OSHA certification.
• DOT Medical Certificate.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in both an office and active construction environment.
• Ability to travel to jobsites as required.
• Ability to walk active construction sites and navigate uneven terrain, stairs, and varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when visiting jobsites.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand.