On-Site Assistant Project Manager — Construction & PM/CM Lead

Jacobs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Boston, MA seeks an Assistant Project Manager to lead building design and construction projects as Owner’s Representative, managing renovations and new builds across MA/CT/NH. You’ll oversee budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals and client communications, while coordinating with design teams and field personnel.

3+ years’ experience and a strong command of MS Office are required. Ideal candidates will manage multiple projects, ensure safety compliance and deliver high-quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Engineering discipline or Construction Management.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working on building construction projects.
• Working knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used in building construction.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Willing and able to work at the client’s site Monday-Friday.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are key attributes.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used in building construction is required.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite applications is a key requirement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the project budget, track expenditures and forecast program and project-related costs.
• Review RFIs and Submittals from the contractor and track review/resubmittals.
• Follow up with stakeholders to keep the project moving forward.
• Perform daily site walks and review work activities for quality and safety plan adherence.
• Notify the team of deviations from contract documents or safety plan.
• Coordinate design team review of mock-ups and first work inspections.
• Manage project files and enter data into project management systems.
• Review change orders, propose costs and participate in negotiations.
• Monitor labor hours, equipment and materials for time-and-material projects.
• Develop and issue meeting minutes and weekly progress reports.
• Review construction schedule and provide progress guidance to the team.
• Process final pay applications and prepare client/stakeholder updates.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling software

Job description

Jacobs in Boston, MA seeks an Assistant Project Manager to lead building design and construction projects as Owner’s Representative, managing renovations and new builds across MA/CT/NH. You’ll oversee budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals and client communications, while coordinating with design teams and field personnel.

3+ years’ experience and a strong command of MS Office are required. Ideal candidates will manage multiple projects, ensure safety compliance and deliver high-quality