About Vanir
Vanir has been exceeding client expectations since 1964. Our progressive growth and quality of service has led Vanir to become consistently ranked among the top construction management firms in the nation by Engineering News-Record. As we continue growing into new areas and markets, our focus is to maintain a team of creative, ambitious, and visionary individuals.
Job Description
Under general direction, the Assistant Project Manager (Environmental) will assist with performing a variety of increasingly complex and technical duties related to the District’s facilities planning and construction program; assist with providing project coordination and management support to department activities and projects; prepare and maintain a variety of records related to facilities planning and construction.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist with performing a variety of administrative and professional duties related to the District’s facilities planning and construction program; participate in the development of the District’s long-range growth and capital improvement strategic master plans; assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations
- Assist with environmental aspects as related the planning and construction contracts; review architectural plans for conformance to hazardous materials and geotechnical related issues; coordinate the involvement of District departments in the facilities planning and design process
- Assist in the planning of renovation, modernization and construction of District facilities including schools, portable classrooms and other support facilities; review and recommend contracts, leases and other agreements for District facilities as related to specific environmental concerns
- Assist with managing hazardous material consultants, oversee scope of work and administer contracts
- Assist with serving as a liaison between District personnel and outside agencies regarding environmental activities; confer with District staff, consultants and representatives of public agencies regarding planning requirements, schedules and issues
- Participate in the site acquisition process; interpret and apply California Environmental Quality Act and State Department of Education guidelines
- Assist with prepare environmental Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ); analyze the scope and cost of contractor and consultant proposals; review project plans and specifications prior to bids; participate in pre-bid walks and bid openings; utilize the Critical Path Method (CPM) to calculate project timelines and schedules
- Research and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
- Assist with the preparation and maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities; compose written and oral communications to convey information in accordance with District policies and procedures
- Operate a computer and assigned software; review and evaluate facilities planning software applications and recommend new software or improvements; drive a vehicle to conduct work and visit sites.
- Attend and represent the District in a variety of meetings, conferences and governmental hearings related to assigned activities; prepare and deliver oral presentations as requested
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent is required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager in the Education Sector is required
- Knowledge of project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, engineering/construction principles is required
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, and experience with project-related systems such as Prolog and Primavera are required
- Proficiency with various document control systems, as well as new construction and modernization of educational facilities is preferred
- Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred
Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $85,000-$98,000.
Benefits
Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.
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Contact Email: careers@vanir.com
Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person’s limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company’s ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person’s limitations.
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