"Assistant Construction Project Manager"

Overview

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community- eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Document management skills using Microsoft Office.
2. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
3. Proactive risk management skills.
4. Ability to read construction specifications, drawings, and schedules.
5. Proficiency with digital project management platforms and construction technology tools.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications

OSHA-10, CQMC, PMP, LEED Green Associate

Principal Responsibilities

1. Manages minor or smaller-scale renovation and repair projects independently from design through construction completion.
2. Supports Construction Project Managers with field supervision and coordination of larger renovation, replacement, and capital maintenance projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
3. Maintains comprehensive project documentation and real-time progress tracking in construction management software, providing visibility for Facilities leadership, Construction Project Managers, and stakeholders across all project phases.
4. Coordinates effectively with internal stakeholders, including Facilities Project Managers, Superintendents, departmental representatives, administrators, and operations managers, to ensure seamless project execution.
5. Establishes effective working relationships and coordinates with internal contacts such as Facilities Project Managers, Superintendents, departmental representatives, administrators, and operations managers to coordinate small projects, or project-related operations implementation.
6. Manages external vendor and contractor relationships including interactions with New Haven building and fire department inspectors, contractors, design consultants, operations consultants, and manufacturer representatives.
7. Facilitates project coordination meetings and maintains proactive communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring issues are identified and resolved before impacting project objectives.
8. Assist Construction Project Managers with end user coordination, budget monitoring, and schedule reviews to support successful delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
9. Proactively identifies and coordinates resolution of field and operational challenges in conjunction with Construction Managers and Facilities Superintendents, escalating complex issues appropriately while proposing practical solutions.
10. Participates in establishing and implementing procedural improvements for the department’s project operations and construction management processes.
11. Actively participates in Yale’s project safety and quality assurance programs by conducting regular site inspections, identifying potential issues, and reporting concerns to appropriate Facilities management.
12. Provides comprehensive monthly project reporting supporting Construction Project Managers with claims documentation, safety metrics, budget analysis, schedule updates, contingency tracking, and risk assessment.
13. Leverages technology and digital tools to streamline project processes while supporting department initiatives for continuous improvement and adoption of innovative project management technologies.
14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or related field and at least two years of experience in construction and renovation supervision or in a specialty operation related to facilities project operations (such as moving, signage, furnishing operations); or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Preferred Education and Experience

Demonstrated proficiency in project management software and digital collaboration tools. Background in renovation, institutional, or commercial construction preferred. Strong technical aptitude with ability to quickly master new construction management platforms and emerging technologies.

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Location

2 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut