Assistant Project Manager

Position SummarySummerhill Associates is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager with 2–4 years of professional experience in landscape construction and/or project management. This position is responsible for supporting the successful execution of high-end landscape projects from preconstruction and estimating through construction and completion.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform site inventories, field measurements, and other site evaluations as requiredSupport in document control, effectively uploading changes to design, as-built conditions, etc.Support in the execution of the preconstruction plan related to on-time procurement of materials, logistics coordination, and schedule managementCoordinate with subcontractors and clients to ensure all aspects of the work are executed in alignment with schedule and budget, effectively communicating, and escalating project constraints to PM in a timely mannerResponsible for weekly schedule update and distributing a detailed production schedule for the coming weeks, “Look Ahead Schedules”, by Friday afternoon the week priorResponsible for day-to-day oversight of assigned jobs, including daily presence to ensure jobs are executed to the highest standard and safely, and recording production via site photos and daily site reportsResponsible for managing the project scope and budget meticulously, reporting any deviation from baseline budget and developing supporting change orders with PMsCoordinate and communicate information between office and field operationsExecute projects to the highest of horticultural and construction standards by ensuring best practices are followed across all phases of the projectManage and drive the punch-list process through completion, ensuring assigned projects meet company quality standardsREQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS2–4 years of professional experience in landscape construction, project management, or a related fieldWorking knowledge of landscape construction methods, materials, and practicesAbility to read and interpret construction documents, specifications, and plansExperience with field measurements, take-offs, project budgets, and schedulingAbility to collaborate with, oversee, and coordinate internal labor and subcontractorsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlinesAbility to work independently while also collaborating effectively with designers, project managers, and field personnelHigh level of ownership and accountability requiredBachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, but relevant professional experience will also be considered