Assistant Project Manager Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior and exterior contracting firms in the US. WPI provides superior contracting services for drywall, prefabrication, metal studs, acoustical systems, wall panels, fireproofing, firestopping, stucco, claddings, painting, windows, doors/frames/hardware, and more.

Since WPI's inception in 1972, we have provided award-winning construction without sacrificing integrity, safety, or efficiency. We are proud that a significant percentage of our business comes from repeat customers. Our service-oriented, fast-track approach, coupled with an attention to detail has resulted in a superior reputation within our industry.

We work hard every day to earn our customers' trust and confidence. Throughout our history, our dedication to our employees, quality of work, and customers has set us apart. The strongest characteristic of our organization is the prominent level of pride we take in every job we complete.

Our employees are driven to do the job right the first time without compromise. Lastly, our customers choose WPI based on the emphasis we place on communication, trust, and respect. Job Description The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Manager in the planning, execution, financial management and successful delivery of commercial construction projects.

The APM serves as a key member of the project team, helping coordinate project activities from preconstruction through closeout while ensuring safety, quality, schedule and budget objectives are achieved. This role requires strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills and provides a clear path for advancement into a Project Manager position. This role will be working for our regional office in Las Vegas but will not be working at that location.

The APM will need to be onsite at a project in Mammoth Lakes, California 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures and corporate safety programs. Actively participate in project-specific safety planning, hazard identification and jobsite safety initiatives. Assist with project setup, planning, and execution from contract award through closeout.

Requirements

to identify risks, opportunities and critical project obligations. Support the buyout process, including obtaining and evaluating vendor, supplier and subcontractor proposals. Coordinate procurement activities to ensure materials, equipment, engineering and subcontracted services are delivered on schedule.

Prepare, track, and manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, shop drawings and other project documentation. Assist with schedule development, updates and coordination with project stakeholders. Participate in owner, architect, contractor, subcontractor and internal project meetings.

Help manage project budgets, forecasts, change orders and cost tracking. Price and process change requests, ensuring impacts to schedule and budget are properly documented. Review production reports and support field operations in meeting productivity goals.

Partner with Foremen, Superintendents and Project Managers to monitor labor performance and project progress. Assist with monthly billings, collections support and invoice review and approval. Maintain accurate project records, meeting minutes, correspondence, and reporting.

Identify and communicate project risks, conflicts and potential issues before they impact project performance.

Coordinate project closeout activities, including punch lists, warranties, O M manuals, as-built documentation and final deliverables. Foster strong relationships with clients, general contractors, architects, consultants, suppliers and internal teams.

Basic

Minimum of 2-3 years of commercial