Assistant Project Manager

  • Platinum Builders
  • Newton, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

_reports to_: Project Manager

Platinum Builders is a construction management firm with broad industry experience in producing commercial and residential projects. For over 27 years, working with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, we have formed lasting partnerships. From pre-construction through occupancy, our attention to detail and commitment to open communication has yielded impressive results - nearly 90% of our work is from repeat customers. We are seeking a new Assistant Project Manager to join our hard-working, family-friendly organization.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) position being offered is a dynamic, important and valued role on our project teams. The APM will have the responsibility to process critical information such as Submittals, RFIs, Pay Applications and much more.

Construction projects include Multi-Family Housing, Senior Housing, Education, and others. Projects are up to $60 million in value. Project locations are in Eastern MA, Southern NH and Eastern CT.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

In conjunction with the Project Manager, administer the efforts of Project Teams in strict accordance with the Platinum Builders fundamental requirements, contract documents, company policies,
Owner/Contractor contract and construction schedule.

Assist Project Manager to manage, develop, maintain and oversee all functions of assigned projects at the pre-construction, construction and post-construction phases. Such functions include:

Safety
Quality
Project schedule
Construction planning
Submittals and RFIs
Cost control procedures
Total contract administration
Change order/claim administration
Requisition procedures and collection
Subcontractor/supplier coordination
Close out

Attend field meetings (when required).
Create and maintain a TEAM relationship with the Owner, Architect, Construction Manager, Platinum's supervision, Platinum's field forces, subcontractors, suppliers, other prime contractors and other involved in the construction process.
Coordinate with Superintendent on maximizing labor and equipment productivity.
Prepare and distribute company project update reports for Owner's use and reference.
Assist with preparation of project planning including the three-week schedule, its distribution to foremen and the achievement of daily crew production goals.
Coordinate cooperate and assist subcontractors, suppliers and other prime trades. Maintain a good working relationship with all subcontract Trades.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):
Have you worked with Procore?

Experience:
Commercial construction: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Newton, MA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job ID: 489411781
Originally Posted on: 8/14/2025

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