Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

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.

The APM fosters a positive work ethic, motivates teams, and knows when to raise issues to the Project Manager. They handle administrative, scheduling, and documentation tasks to support smooth project operations.

• Manage submittals and shop drawings.
• Participate in buy‑out processes.
• Assist with RFIs, Proposed Change Orders, and meeting documentation (agendas, minutes).
• Handle commitment entries: contracts, purchase orders, change orders.
• Set up scopes of work for subcontractors and vendors.
• Assist in managing construction CPM schedules.
• Document project delays.
• 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.

• 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.

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

• Ground‑up construction
• Tenant improvements
• Open operation renovations
• Sectors served:
  Retail, Restaurant, Corporate, Commercial.

• 401(k) & retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program