Assistant Project Manager

W3Global; Lee (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support commercial building construction projects from preconstruction to completion. The role emphasizes coordinating subcontractors and vendors, tracking costs and schedules, managing documentation, monitoring quality, and delivering projects on time.

The ideal candidate will have a background in commercial construction, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple activities while maintaining quality and

Qualifications

• Requires Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or a related discipline.
• 2 years of relevant experience in commercial building construction or a similar project support role preferred.
• Understanding of commercial construction processes, project coordination, and construction documentation.
• Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within established processes.
• Ability to coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel to construction sites 2-3 days per week when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with daily coordination and administration of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate procurement of construction materials, equipment, services, and vendor contracts.
• Assist with subcontractor scope assignments, subcontract creation, and subcontractor change order processing.
• Track project costs, budgets, contract changes, and project accounting updates.
• Monitor project schedules, deadlines, procurement activities, and overall project progress.
• Coordinate project team communications and ensure established communication procedures are followed.
• Conduct regular site visits to review construction progress, workmanship, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with scheduling and attending project meetings, documenting discussions, and tracking action items.
• Review and coordinate project submittals, approvals, distribution, and documentation logs.
• Maintain accurate project records, including contracts, change orders, schedules, submittals, and procurement documents.
• Assist with quality control activities and resolve project coordination issues under the Project Manager's guidance.
• Support project closeout by tracking required documentation, warranties, manuals, and other closeout deliverables.
• Assist with supervising and coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure project activities align with established schedules, budgets, specifications, and quality expectations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support project management teams in overseeing commercial building construction projects from preconstruction through completion. This role involves coordinating subcontractors and vendors, tracking project costs and schedules, managing project documentation, monitoring quality, and supporting successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a background in commercial construction, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple project activities while maintaining quality standards and meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the daily coordination and administration of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate procurement of construction materials, equipment, services, and vendor contracts.
• Assist with subcontractor scope assignments, subcontract creation, and subcontractor change order processing.
• Track project costs, budgets, contract changes, and project accounting updates.
• Monitor project schedules, deadlines, procurement activities, and overall project progress.
• Coordinate project team communications and ensure established communication procedures are followed.
• Conduct regular site visits to review construction progress, workmanship, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with scheduling and attending project meetings, documenting discussions, and tracking action items.
• Review and coordinate project submittals, approvals, distribution, and documentation logs.
• Maintain accurate project records, including contracts, change orders, schedules, submittals, and procurement documents.
• Assist with quality control activities and resolve project coordination issues under the Project Manager's guidance.
• Support project closeout by tracking required documentation, warranties, manuals, and other closeout deliverables.
• Assist with supervising and coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure project activities align with established schedules, budgets, specifications, and quality expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Construction, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2 years of relevant experience preferred in commercial building construction or a similar project support role.
• Understanding of commercial construction processes, project coordination, and construction documentation.
• Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within established processes.
• Ability to coordinate professionally with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel to construction sites approximately 2-3 days per week when required.
• Consistent work history and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an early-career construction professional ready to support Project Managers in coordinating commercial construction projects. Suitable backgrounds include Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Project Engineer, or Construction Coordinator within a commercial general contracting or construction management environment.

Candidates should demonstrate practical knowledge of project scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost tracking, construction documentation, submittals, change orders, and project closeout procedures.