Assistant Project Manager

Timberline Construction Corporation; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Timberline Construction Corporation offers a dynamic role as an Assistant Project Manager where you will support the planning, scheduling, and execution of construction projects. You'll work closely with project managers to ensure projects stay on track and meet budgetary goals, and you'll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced construction environment. The company, recognized as a top workplace, provides ample opportunities for career advancement and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match

Tuition and education reimbursement

Career advancement and leadership development opportunities

Wellness programs

Culture club-team events

Onsite snack & drink bar

Early wrap-up on Summer Fridays!

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years construction project management experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable about construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Ability to coordinate several major activities and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and implementation of construction projects.
• Coordinate the submittal process and ensure project documentation is completed.
• Assist with safety and accident reporting and track cost control.

Skills

Construction project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in an applicable discipline

Tools

Procore

Job description

Build Something Exceptional. No Exceptions.

Timberline Construction Corporation (TCC) is a full-service construction management firm. Our team provides construction management, preconstruction and design-build services to the region's leading institutions, corporations and developers. We are a local builder with a comprehensive portfolio focused on science and technology, corporate, commercial, academic and multi-family residential market sectors. Our team is accustomed to fast-track, logistically complex projects. We excel at executing these sensitive jobs through proactive planning, communication and coordination with our clients and design partners. Our mission is to be exceptional. This is our professional aspiration for every client, every day. In the business of construction management, this requires an experienced team with focus, drive, empathy and intelligence. No exceptions.

Construct Your Career With Us (About The Job)

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) acts as a resource to the Project Manager(s) by assisting in the planning, scheduling, and implementation of the construction process, to help ensure that the project meets the schedule and is completed within the budget. What You'll Build (Responsibilities)

Assist with the project buyout process, in accordance with company standards and in a timely manner taking into account such factors as project schedule, submittal review process and long lead time materials and equipment

• Coordinate the submittal process with the schedule, review process and material lead times
• Coordinate RFI's to address issues with interpretation of plans and specifications, missing information, incorrect details, incomplete information and other issues that require the direction of the Architect and Engineers
• Ensure that all required project documentation is completed in a timely manner, and maintained in the appropriate master project files inclusive of Daily reports, accident reports, -subcontractor logs, submittals, bulletins, drawing logs, sketches and as-built drawings
• Assist with safety and accident reporting as required
• Help enforce all TCC Health and Safety Plan regulations
• Assist with the coordination of deliverables to obtain necessary permits and licenses and, depending upon the contractual arrangements, monitoring compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations
• Assist in the tracking and cost control to avoid cost overruns
• Coordinate, track and receive timely approval of Change Orders
• Assist in the coordination of invoice approvals
• Coordinate timely completion and submission of project invoices and requisitions to the client, and providing follow up with client when required to ensure timely payments are received. Communicate with senior management in a timely manner if delays in payment are encountered
• Assist in meeting minutes recording and follow-up
• Distribute drawing revisions and address subcontractor issues
• Assist in the assembly of close-out documents

Skills You'll Nail (Requirements)

• 2-5+ years construction project management experience preferred
• Experience working with contracts, plans, and specifications, and to be knowledgeable about construction methods, materials, and regulations
• Familiarity with computers and software programs for job costing, online collaboration, scheduling and estimating. Procore experience is a plus
• The APM must work well under pressure, be flexible and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to coordinate several major activities at once, while analyzing and resolving specific problems, is essential, as is an understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings
• Must have good oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
• The APM must be able to establish a good working relationship with many different people, including clients, other managers, designers, superintendents, and crew
• The APM will be required to visit project sites as needed

Blueprint Bonus Skills (What Sets You Apart)

• OSHA 10-hr is a plus
• LEED AP is a plus.30
• Bachelor's Degree in an applicable discipline is highly desirable

Why Timberline - What You'll Gain (Benefits)

Timberline is Exceptional. No Exceptions. We're proud to be named Boston Business Journal 2025 Best Place to Work, Top 20 Construction Manager, and ENR Top New England Contractor. Our people are our greatest asset-and we invest in them accordingly.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Robust benefits: health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Tuition and education reimbursement
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Culture club-team events
• Onsite snack & drink bar in our Timberline-built, award-winning office
• Early wrap-up on Summer Fridays!

Timberline Construction is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to assure equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants by prohibiting discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.