Assistant Project Manager

Job Summary

The Assistant Project Manager assists the Project Manager (PM) throughout the cleanroom construction project lifecycle, coordinating resources, communicating with stakeholders, and monitoring progress to completion.

• Work with the PM to oversee all aspects of day‑to‑day construction management, monitoring and coordinating work performed by architectural and engineering firms and applicable federal, state and local entities.
• Maintain a deep understanding of overall project construction and design.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the project schedule with the PM, Superintendent and Scheduler.
• Support safety efforts on the job site, identifying specific requirements to add to the safety manual.
• Manage the submittal process under PM oversight.
• Manage RFIs under PM and Superintendent oversight.

• Maintain positive interaction with Owners and A/E contracts to facilitate construction activities and promote Owner satisfaction.
• Assist the PM in providing subcontractor performance feedback/evaluations to Purchasing.
• Communicate with Owners and relay information to internal and external teams.
• Build long‑term relationships with clients, building trust and delivering quality support.

• Build positive relationships with the Project Manager and Superintendent through effective communication.
• Co‑responsible with the PM for training the APM, if applicable.
• Serve as a team player.

• Coordinate and manage owner meetings and minutes with the PM.
• Prepare weekly reports for the PM, Owner and Architect.
• Review and screen subcontractor/vendor invoices and requisitions for PM approval.
• Maintain event logs and distribute documentation promptly, reviewing subcontractor proposals in a timely fashion.
• Prepare and submit complete change‑order proposals to the PM for owner/architect submission.
• Maintain submittals, monitor the shop‑drawing process, and expeditiously coordinate with project engineers to ensure timely release for fabrication.
• Present submittal log information to the PM, Owner and Architect during weekly meetings.
• Maintain and follow up on RFIs and change‑order requests.
• Assist the PM in managing Prolog operations, including owner and subcontractor change management, document control, drawing logs, etc.
• Assist in administering subcontracts and purchase orders.

• Work with Accounting to ensure all subcontractor/vendor billings are received accurately and on time.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of all subcontractor change events.

• Verify that all operations, work in progress and completed work comply with applicable codes, safety regulations, drawings, specifications and corporate policies.
• Ensure project operations are consistent with design specifications and corporate policies.
• Assist with warranty when needed, coordinating field calls, correcting material or installation defects, and monitoring warranty claims.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical.
• Engineering experience of 0‑5+ years in relevant construction roles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Project and Excel.
• Experience with Procore or similar construction management software.
• Ability to travel; work location on job site.
• Salary commensurate with education, experience, and market.

• Effective oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of building design and construction planning principles.
• Presentation development and delivery skills.
• Understanding of building estimates and feasibility studies.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Technical knowledge of building components and their functions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, working effectively with diverse constituencies.
• Workflow analysis and management skills.
• Resource organization and priority setting.
• Ability to foster a cooperative business environment.
• Data gathering, information compilation, and report preparation.
• Familiarity with federal, state and local building codes, ordinances, regulations (OSHA 10 preferred).

$85,000.00 - $ per year