Assistant Project Manager - South Shore Staffing

Assistant Project Manager position to be based in the Boston area - Salary Negotiable

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER Core Responsibilities:
Assist Project Manager or Senior Project Manager with overall administrative and technical duties for assigned project
Perform all aspects of project-related cost management, budget forecasting, scheduling, and subcontract and purchase order negotiations
Assist in the development and maintenance of the construction schedule and collaborate with team and subcontractors to meet milestones
Support the company's Safety Program and participate in Safety training and meetings • Provide information to PM to help analyze work load and staffing levels proactively and work to resolve issues related to Client
Develop strong relationship with Owner as secondary point of contact by constant communication of schedules, technical and design issues, including RFIs, change orders, and submittal issues
Track and manage insurance and subcontracts, professional service agreements, and purchase orders  Assist PM in providing monthly cost reports to management, including forecasting of labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor exposure
Assist in developing, submitting, and tracking the project QA/QC program 
Responsible for supervision and training of Engineers and Coops along with PM
Ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends as Project Schedule demands

Experience/Education: BS or MS degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related degree 5+ years experience on $5MM-$50MM heavy civil construction projects and multiple projects in an assistant Project Manager role
Or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of construction cycle related to aspects of full scope of work, estimates, plans and specifications
Be able to proactively influence and establish positive working relationships with Owner, unions, subcontractors and other company employees
Must be detail-oriented, organized, flexible, and able to effectively multitask while working in a fast-paced environment
Possesses excellent time management and prioritization skills to ensure deadlines are met while providing accurate deliverables
Extensive experience with project management, cost control, and document control software, such as Viewpoint and Expedition, as well as Microsoft Office
Possess valid driver's license and ability to operate a site truck
Ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends as Project Schedule demands