Assistant Project Manager

About hth companies, inc

hth companies is a Midwest-based industrial services provider specializing in mechanical insulation, scaffolding, industrial cleaning, and various related services. Founded in 1984, the firm operates under a merit shop philosophy that rewards employees based on skill, productivity, and quality workmanship. The company fosters an environment conducive to employee growth and focuses on delivering high-quality work to clients.

Role Overview

The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for evaluating project blueprints and specifications, estimating associated costs, preparing project proposals, and submitting bids for industrial projects within hth's operating sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cost analyses and estimate projected expenses for upcoming projects.
• Design and maintain KPIs, performance metrics, and dashboards to monitor project progress company-wide.
• Develop visual aids such as charts and reports to analyze trends and effectively communicate performance data.
• Prepare presentations sharing key project insights and metrics with stakeholders.
• Formulate and manage project budgets aligned with estimates.
• Visit project sites and engage with current and potential clients.
• Submit bids suited to the industrial environments where hth operates.
• Place orders for necessary materials and equipment; coordinate scheduling of staff and client activities to meet project requirements.
• Review engineered drawings to verify accurate bidding and ongoing project execution.
• Conduct risk evaluations, report findings to management, and recommend mitigation strategies, including project termination if warranted.
• Handle inquiries, concerns, and complaints throughout project lifecycles.
• Build and sustain relationships with clients and vendors.
• Serve as liaison between the company, clients, and vendors.
• Ensure strict adherence to all relevant regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices at federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company levels.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• One to two years of relevant work experience or equivalent educational background.
• Possession of PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or similar project management certifications is highly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
• High organizational aptitude with meticulous attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of safety protocols, principles, and procedures.
• Effective time management skills with an ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Capability to perform well in fast-paced, sometimes high-pressure environments.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to follow managerial directions and clarify roles when necessary.
• Respectful and professional demeanor towards colleagues, management, contractors, and clients.
• Flexibility in approach to completing tasks.
• Supportive and mentoring attitude.
• Competence in interpreting complex data and developing reports and business correspondence.
• Maintains professionalism in all internal and external communications.
• Demonstrates reliability and punctuality; motivated to acquire new skills.
• Capable of working independently without close supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift, push, pull, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and stairs frequently throughout the workday.
• Maintain attentiveness during prolonged periods of seated observation for safety monitoring.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Conduct site inspections of tools, equipment, and operations.
• Perform behavioral safety observations to support process improvements.
• Follow safety guidelines diligently and promptly report any unsafe conditions or incidents to supervisors and safety managers.

Benefits

• Health insurance with employer contributions.
• Life insurance fully paid by employer.
• Voluntary options for vision, dental, critical illness, and group injury insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.