Assistant Construction Project Manager

W3Global; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus opportunities

Weekly pay

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vacation time

Fuel reimbursement/card

Tuition assistance

Professional development support

Job summary

W3Global in the United States is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to support planning and execution of commercial construction projects. This role suits someone with initial construction experience who wants greater responsibility while learning from experienced project leaders throughout the project lifecycle.

You will assist with estimating, preconstruction, field coordination, scheduling, and closeout activities, offering strong growth into a more senior PM role.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, estimating, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related discipline preferred but not required.
• Understanding of commercial construction processes, documentation, and workflows.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
• Willingness to work in both office and active construction site environments.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support estimating and bidding: prepare cost estimates and proposals.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and stakeholders.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and project progress on active sites.
• Attend project meetings and prepare accurate minutes.
• Prepare and track permits, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules.
• Monitor milestones and identify schedule or budget risks.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project punch lists.
• Assemble closeout documentation and support project completion.
• Maintain organized project records and grow responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to support the planning and execution of commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for someone with initial construction experience who is ready to take on greater responsibility while working alongside experienced project leaders throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will assist with estimating, preconstruction, field coordination, project documentation, scheduling, and closeout activities. This position offers excellent career growth into a more senior project management role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support the estimating and bidding process, including preparing cost estimates and proposals.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and project progress on active job sites.
• Attend project meetings and prepare accurate meeting minutes.
• Prepare and track permits, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules.
• Monitor project milestones and identify potential schedule or budget risks.
• Communicate project updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project punch lists.
• Assemble closeout documentation and support project completion.
• Maintain organized and accurate project records.
• Take on increasing project responsibilities as experience grows.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, estimating, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.
• Understanding of commercial construction processes, documentation, and project workflows.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
• Willingness to work in both office and active construction site environments.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

A competitive compensation package will be offered based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits Include

• Performance bonus opportunities
• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vacation time
• Fuel reimbursement/card
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development support