Assistant Project Manager

Keiter; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Keiter is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager and Operations team in planning, executing, and monitoring construction projects. You will track progress, coordinate with field staff and subcontractors, assist with budgeting and procurement, and help ensure safety and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities include developing project plans, managing scope, producing status reports, and coordinating with clients, architects, and vendors.

Qualifications

• OSHA 10 required or equivalent safety training.
• Experience with construction management processes is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing project teams, tracking progress, and ensuring quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work with the supervisor to develop project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and timeline.
• Monitor and manage project scope, ensuring changes are documented and approved.
• Track project progress, provide regular status reports, and communicate with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Keiter field supervisors, staff, subcontractors, and vendors to facilitate project progress.
• Review and interpret plans and specifications to ensure proper execution.
• Organize and lead progress meetings with internal teams, clients, architects, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with procurement, scheduling, and coordination of materials and resources.
• Oversee project budgets and financials, including preparing invoices, estimates, and procurement documentation.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure safety compliance and eliminate potential hazards.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
• Support project administration, including RFIs, meeting minutes, and daily logs.
• Act as a key team member to maintain workflow, meet deadlines, and uphold quality standards

Skills

OSHA 10

Basic hand tools

Driver's license

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Building or Construction Management

Job description

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager and Operations team in planning, executing, and monitoring construction projects. This role involves tracking project progress, coordinating with field staff and subcontractors, assisting with budgeting and procurement, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager and Operations team in planning, executing, and monitoring construction projects. This role involves tracking project progress, coordinating with field staff and subcontractors, assisting with budgeting and procurement, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the project manager
• Information management (operations processes)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in managing project teams, tracking progress, and ensuring quality control throughout the project lifecycle
• Work with the supervisor to develop project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and timeline
• Monitor and manage project scope, ensuring changes are documented and approved
• Track project progress, provide regular status reports, and communicate with stakeholders
• Collaborate with Keiter field supervisors, staff, subcontractors, and vendors to facilitate project progress
• Review and interpret plans and specifications to ensure proper execution
• Organize and lead progress meetings with internal teams, clients, architects, and other stakeholders
• Assist with procurement, scheduling, and coordination of materials and resources.
• Oversee project budgets and financials, including preparing invoices, estimates, and procurement documentation
• Conduct site inspections to ensure safety compliance and eliminate potential hazards.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies
• Support project administration, including RFIs, meeting minutes, and daily logs
• Act as a key team member to maintain workflow, meet deadlines, and uphold quality standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• OSHA 10
• Basic Hand and cordless tools
• Valid driver’s license
• Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License (CSL)-optional

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Building or Construction Management is preferred

Experience

• Prior experience in project management teams or administrative roles
• Experience with construction management and accounting systems preferred

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Regularly required to sit, talk, listen, walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, or crawl
• Use hands and fingers to operate tools and other business machines

Classification: Exempt

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Keiter Corporation and Hatfield Construction are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.