Project Manager Trainee

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager Trainee will be assigned a mentor(s) to observe their functions and processes.  They will assist the Project Manager mentor in overseeing all aspects of the project using planning, monitoring and controlling processes.  The Project Manager Trainee will assist with the co-ordination and completion of multiple projects and to this end will aid in a variety of tasks including setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and summarizing progress of the project, and familiarizing themselves with required project reports and paperwork.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Primary duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Accurately define project requirements
• Assist with creating job schedules.
• Coordinating the delivery of tools and fabrication.
• Identifying and managing the personnel assigned to each project and tracking their labor efficiency.
• Attend job progress meetings and initiate change orders and contract progress billings with the Project Manager.
• Learn how to estimate remaining “cost-to-complete” for monthly WIP reporting.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned projects so that they are completed on time and on budget in correlation with the Project Manager. 
• Working with clients to brainstorm creative solutions to their problems and to ensure their needs are met through our customized solutions 
• Ensuring projects follow established guidelines that ensure they are completed as efficiently as possible.
• Communicating with team members regarding project needs 
• Reading and analyzing job cost reports
• Responding timely to inquiries from management 
• Assist with collections as required.
• Meet with Designers regularly.
• Learn the company’s scheduling program.