Assistant Project Manager

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Job Description

The DBI team specializes in the evaluation of damaged structures. DBI’s construction experts provide independent recommendations and analysis to clients in the insurance and legal industries. Hard evidence, expertise, and accuracy drive work; communication and connection are the company’s top priorities. In a complex industry, the company’s mission is to bring clarity to every client.

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning and execution of property assessments and construction consulting projects by helping define scope of work, assist with repair cost evaluations, and analyze restoration timelines. This role involves close collaboration with consultants and project leads to assess labor, materials, code compliance, and potential risk factors tied to claims or repair feasibility. The Assistant Project Manager also conducts industry research to ensure estimates and recommendations are accurate, supportable, and aligned with current standards.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand client requirements, KPIs, and scope of requests
• Travel to project sites to collect observations and measurements
• Estimate costs with use of Xactimate software and other resources
• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project
• Present detailed and accurate cost estimates to Team Leader
• Uphold the values of DBI Consultants and the team focused culture
• Commits to continuous improvement and professional development
• Perform all other duties as necessary

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or similar preferred
• Two (2) - Five (5) years of experience in the AEC industry preferred
• Advanced understanding of construction materials, means and methods
• Professional Construction Estimator Certification preferred
• Willing to travel +/- 20% of the time and collaborate from the local office
• Exceptional writing and editing of technical reports
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record
• Experience working with Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu or similar software preferred
• Ability to work in inclement weather and various environmental conditions
• Ability to work in high areas such as roofs or scaffolding, requiring physical agility, balance, and resistance to acrophobia

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and customer service skills

• Ability to understand technical drawings and requirements

• Ability to work in the field and to travel outside local area as workload and projects require