Assistant Project Manager

John Moriarty & Associates, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

John Moriarty & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Boston, MA. The role supports the successful planning and execution of construction projects, including responsibilities such as managing documentation, budgets, and schedules while ensuring compliance and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have up to 5 years of construction industry experience and a relevant Bachelor’s degree. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $135,000 annually, reflecting competitive pay practices.

Qualifications

• 0 – 5 years of experience in project management or similar role.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents and project schedules.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Aid PM with ROJ log maintenance and subcontractor lead times.
• Process RFIs – submission and return.
• Write staff meeting minutes and distribute Bulletins.

Skills

Communication skills

Construction knowledge

Leadership

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture

Tools

Cost management software (ACC Preferred)

Scheduling software (ACC preferred)

Construction management software (ACC preferred)

Job description

Assistant Project Manager – Massachusetts

The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, design team, and subcontractors, this role helps manage project documentation, budgets, schedules, procurement, and communication — ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Aid PM with ROJ log maintenance, reviewing lead times with subcontractors
• Aid PM in reviewing submittals
• Process submittals – submission and return
• Aid PM in writing RFIs
• Process RFIs – submission and return
• Write and distribute meeting minutes
• Distribute Bulletins, chase subcontractors for pricing
• Obtain insurance certificates / CCIP / OCIP enrollment for all subcontracts, service vendors prior to their arrival onsite. Review w/PM for compliance.
• Aid PMs in assembling owner change requests
• Maintain Document Control for project
• May take on cost engineer roles
• Create and Track Field Report Open Items Logs, follow thru internally and with Subs for compliance
• Aid PM with implementing LEED process and documentation
• Provide punchlist reporting – aid PM and superintendent staff as necessary
• Obtain, track, and assemble project closeout documentation

Qualifications

• 0 – 5 years of experience within the construction industry in project management or similar role.
• A Bachelor’s degree. Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture preferred, but not required.
• Working knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles.
• Proven written and verbal communication abilities, proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite of programs.
• Additional proficiencies may include cost management software (ACC Preferred), scheduling software and construction management software (ACC preferred).
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedule.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities.

At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position in Boston is between $90,000 and $135,000.

John Moriarty & Associates participates in E-Verify for all hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States by electronically matching information provided by employees on the Form I-9 against records available to the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. More information can be found at www.e-verify.gov.