Assistant Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing

Suffolk Construction; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing in Boston to support the Project Manager with day-to-day operations. The role focuses on tracking contracts, POs, submittals, RFIs, and coordination with subcontractors to keep projects on schedule.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related experience, with a preference for Advanced Manufacturing exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline.
• 2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk's Career Start Program.
• Advanced Manufacturing experience preferable.
• Ability to manage and embrace change; adapt to new processes.
• Computer literate with good communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders.
• Price, approve and/or reject Change Orders, Submittals, and RFIs.
• Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals; respond to RFIs.
• Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors and check compliance.
• Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log.
• Price and create Proposed Change Orders.
• Submit, track response and issue RFIs.
• Manage building permit process and resolve related issues.
• Plan revision submissions to municipality.
• Work with attorneys on contracts, certificates and modifications.
• Liaise with subcontractors to resolve disputes or questions.
• Assist with Project Schedule Narratives.
• Take Weekly Video and distribute to GM.
• Create Weekly Meeting Minutes for Owner's and Subcontractors meetings.
• Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors.
• Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors.
• Write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests.
• Obtain and track Subcontractor warranty certificates.
• Create close-out manuals.
• Conduct training for OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER, and safety topics.

Skills

Contract management

Submittals review

RFI handling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable discipline

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing works with the Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We'll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We'll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you'll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.

Responsibilities

• Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
• Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
• Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
• Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company's insurance requirements
• Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
• Price and create Proposed Change Orders
• Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
• Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
• Plan revision submissions to municipality
• Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
• Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor's work and progress.
• Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
• Take Weekly Video and distribute to General Manager
• Create Weekly Meeting Minutes - Owner's and Subcontractors meetings
• Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
• Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
• Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
• Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
• Responsible for creating close-out manuals
• Conducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applicable discipline
• 2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk's Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firm
• Advanced Manufacturing experience preferable
• The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
• Computer Literate
• Good communication skills
• Accurate with an attention to detail
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk's total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through its Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine