Assistant Project Manager – Commonwealth Building; CBI

Assistant Project Manager

Job Overview: The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports project execution from start to finish. This includes coordinating with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure projects run efficiently and clients remain satisfied. The role reports directly to the VP | Project Executive.

Primary Duties:

• Manage submittals and shop drawings.
• Participate in buy-out processes.
• Assist with RFIs, Proposed Change Orders, and meeting documentation (agendas, minutes).
• Set up scopes of work for subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare schedule of values and draft payment applications for PM review.
• Assist with permitting and Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) processes.
• Procure materials and manage project closeouts (record drawings, O&M manuals, punch lists, inspections, warranties, commissioning).
• Perform periodic site visits.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 1–3 years of construction APM experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; MS Project and Procore experience recommended.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong self‑motivation, interpersonal, and project management skills.

Company Overview:

Commonwealth Building is a General Contractor in New England specializing in:

• Ground‑up construction
• Open operation renovations
• Sectors served:
  Retail, Restaurant, Corporate, Commercial.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Employment Details:

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Construction