Assistant Project Manager - Construction Staking at McAdams

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Position Overview&nbsp;</strong></span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Assistant Project Manager helps a licensed Project Manager by overseeing many of the technical and production components of creating surveys and/or construction staking activities. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate with Project Managers on scope, quality, progress and issues throughout the duration projects </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review project tasks daily with Crew Chiefs and monitor scope to be sure work aligns with contract </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mentor and train survey technicians and field crew members </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work with internal clients such as technical project managers from within the Geomatics Department and from other market sectors for coordination of daily work activities </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ensure that junior CAD Technicians are following company standards, assist with technical questions, and the review of surveys for quality control prior to final review and sign off by Project Manager </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assist technicians with advanced research </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Analyze and balance traverse/control loops </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review and troubleshoot topographic surveys and digital terrain models </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review and address title exceptions for ALTA/NSPS land title surveys </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Process and analyzes various GPS file types </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Read and interpret construction documents including, erosion control, storm drainage, utility, grading and roads, retaining wall, NCDOT, and architectural/structural plans </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Prepare field packages for construction staking/location surveys </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain a safe work environment for all crew members&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Communicate respectfully with clients or project neighbors to insure a positive company image </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain good client relations to foster and perpetuate a long term relationship </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Follow guidelines and company standards set forth by the Geomatics department </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Aids in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment by following company policies and procedures </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Responsible for escalating potential hazards and unsafe working conditions&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Skills + Experience</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">High school diploma or GED </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">&nbsp;AAS or BS degree preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">5+ years of experience with a combination of time in both field and office</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Construction staking experience preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">No certifications or licenses are required, but working towards licensure is preferred </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong fundamental knowledge of Land Surveying </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and Carlson software </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with Excel, Word, Outlook </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Past working with various web-based programs such as municipal GIS and county register of deeds sites </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Advanced knowledge of field collection and field staking methods </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to successfully work well with a diverse group of employees with various skill levels&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Work Environment + Physical Demands&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the company), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions, however when conducting field work, exposure to outside environmental conditions should be expected. &nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally. When working in the field, the need to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 or higher pounds may occur. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Field based work will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards encountered while maneuvering through project sites. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.&nbsp;</span></li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. &nbsp;All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">If you need assistance with our online application system process, please contact the Human Resources Team at 919.361.5000 or [email protected].&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Please read these notices for important information regarding applying for work with McAdams.</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://mcadamsco.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Know-Your-Rights_-Workplace-discrimination-is-illegal.pdf">Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</a></li> <li><a href="https://mcadamsco.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/E-Verify-Participation-Poster-English-and-Spanish.pdf">E-Verify (English/Spanish)</a></li> <li><a href="https://mcadamsco.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Right-to-Work-Poster.pdf">Right to Work (English/Spanish)</a></li> </ul></div>