Construction Project Assistant — Path to Project Manager

Chapman Construction/Design; Newton Highlands, Manchester (MA, NH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid health insurance

Profit-sharing program

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Chapman Construction/Design in Newton Highlands, MA is seeking a Project Assistant to support project management and field staff on designated construction projects. The PA helps move projects forward by handling a broad range of activities to support daily progress.

This training-focused role offers on-site exposure, hands-on use of PM software, permitting processes, and opportunities to advance toward the MA Construction Supervisor License.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA 30-hour training completed within one year.
• First Aid/CPR training maintained.

Responsibilities

• Generate and track project activities, subcontractors, progress, and changes across multiple platforms.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities; ensure timely completion of tasks and escalated concerns.
• Track and organize all subcontractor documents, including bids, RFIs, POs, submittals, change orders.
• Generate, maintain, and update project directories.
• Apply for building permits.
• Perform project document control: manage/organize/distribute electronic documents (drawings, addenda, bulletins, RFIs, submittals, safety meetings).
• Perform estimating.
• Attend weekly meetings, generate minutes and distribute.
• Collect closeout information and assemble as built packages.
• Participate in PA Day in the Field program for onsite exposure.
• Escalate concerns or delays that may affect completion.
• Perform other functions as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30-hour certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

PM software

On-screen take-off

Construction documents review tools

Job description

Chapman Construction/Design in Newton Highlands, MA is seeking a Project Assistant to support project management and field staff on designated construction projects. The PA helps move projects forward by handling a broad range of activities to support daily progress.

This training-focused role offers on-site exposure, hands-on use of PM software, permitting processes, and opportunities to advance toward the MA Construction Supervisor License.