Acoustics Assistant Project Manager

Location: Chicago, IL, United States; Hybrid

Your Opportunity

The Assistant Project Manager is directly responsible for assisting the Project Manager with the overall successful execution and delivery of the project, both to the Client and Stantec, according to the contract. They shall assist in overseeing the planning, implementation and tracking of the project and its specified deliverables to meet the client’s expectations and goals and provide a positive experience. Aside from the preferred locations listed, this position is open to any location with a Stantec office presence, for the right candidate.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in driving the work on the project; set the priorities, procedures, scope and schedule; publish and coordinate project team member assignments with the Studio Leader and/or Operations Director; obtain resource commitment for all disciplines.
• Assist in managing assigned projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, including, Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring & Control, and Project Closure.
• Follow and implement all established company processes and procedures.
• Work with the project manager to facilitate project kick-off meetings with all members of the project team and related personnel to clearly communicate the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project.
• Assist in the development of detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget; identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation.
• Direct, coordinate and support the members of the project team to meet the objectives of the client and the project profitability goals for Stantec.
• Maintain contractual, business and financial related records for the project; keep the client, Studio Leader, Operations Director, and the Accounting Department informed on the financial status of the project.
• Identify QA/QC requirements for the project and schedule appropriate technical reviews. 
• Assist in managing the client’s expectations to a positive outcome; participate in client meetings as required.
• Make a personal investment in professional growth and development by seeking ways to expand responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities.
• Create and maintain purpose-built tools that support the Project Management of the projects unique to your Business Unit; including templates and standardize deliverables, to increase overall project quality and efficiency. 

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