Project Manager, Assistant

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You as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Advisory will:

• Support the Project Managers by making schedule updates, establishing project controls, creating progress reports, and preparing bid and contract documentation.
• Participate in various project-related meetings and accurately document action items and major decisions in meeting minutes.
• Collaborate with the project managers and other stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.
• Understand and perform document control functions, including tracking and creating of RFI's, transmitting and tracking of submittals, and maintain project action list.
• Have prior experience in restoration projects, design management, construction contract administration, or cost control and estimation.
• Demonstrate proficient computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word and MS Project.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication as well as presentation skills.
• Take a results-oriented approach and be able to take actions.
• Show attention to detail, organization, and the capability to prioritize tasks to meet urgent deadlines and client requirements.
• Display self-motivation, initiative, and enthusiasm to learn and contribute to the project objectives.
• Possess a PMP is an asset.

Is this the right role for you?

• A university degree or diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management or project management (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience)
• You have 5-7 years of experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheets, word, scheduling, and project management principals.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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