Assistant Construction Manager

Primary Job Title:
Assistant Construction Manager

Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Assistant Project Manager – Construction
EPC Assistant Construction Manager
Construction Project Coordinator
Field Project Manager
Assistant Site Manager

Location:
Newton, MA

Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite (Travel required within a 1–3 hour radius)

Contract Details (Contract roles only):

• Position Type:
  Contract

• Contract Duration: 9 Months

• Start:
  As Soon As Possible

• Pay Rate: $57 - $69/hr

Job Summary:
The Assistant Construction Manager will support the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or EPC Project Manager with day-to-day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, procurement, documentation, turnover, and field-based activities.

This role supports the execution of Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management initiatives across industries, including aviation, commercial buildings, electrical transmission & distribution, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company safety programs, training, and policies while collaborating with project teams to manage Safety & Health performance

• Build and maintain client relationships and support proposal and project-related communications

• Assist in development of internal and external project risk reviews and coordinate with Legal as required

• Support development and implementation of Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Staffing Plan, and Procurement Plan

• Contribute to negotiation and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders

• Support site mobilization and demobilization planning and implementation

• Secure applicable project permits

• Prepare RFPs, assist with bidder prequalification, scope development, bid evaluation, and contract documentation

• Execute contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation

• Support cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project setup/closeout, and field progress tracking

• Prepare and present project status reports, including risks, schedule, costs, and cash flow

• Verify subcontractor insurance, licensure, and compliance requirements

• Support safety, quality, progress, and financial audits

• Facilitate materials receiving, inventory control, storage, and transportation

• Support craft labor planning, staffing, cost analysis, labor burden monitoring, and unit rate management

• Assist with project turnover documentation, warranty tracking, and closeout processes

• Manage construction equipment inventory and utilization

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, and 3 years relevant construction experience OR applicable experience in lieu of degree

• Experience in Electric Utilities Transmission, Distribution, or Substation construction project management preferred

• Ability to travel within a 1–3 hour radius from the reporting location

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)

Nice-to-Have Experience:

• PMP certification or Professional Engineering (PE) designation

• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software

• Experience across aviation, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, transportation, or water projects

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Required Skills:

• Construction project coordination and contract administration

• Cost control and scheduling support

• Safety and quality compliance

• Risk assessment and mitigation

• Stakeholder and subcontractor coordination

Preferred Skills:

• EPC project support

• Labor and craft management analysis

• Equipment and materials management

• Financial reporting and earned value tracking

• Multi-project coordination in fast-paced environments

Additional Skills from Original Description:

• RFI and submittal management

• Change order…