Assistant Construction Manager

Primary Job Title:
Assistant Construction Manager

Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Assistant Project Manager – Construction
EPC Assistant Construction Manager
Construction Project Coordinator
Field Project Manager
Assistant Site Manager

Location:
Newton, MA

Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite (Travel required within a 1–3 hour radius)

Contract Details (Contract roles only):

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 9 Months
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $57 - $69/hr

Job Summary:
The Assistant Construction Manager will support the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or EPC Project Manager with day-to-day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, procurement, documentation, turnover, and field-based activities.

• Adhere to company safety programs, training, and policies while collaborating with project teams to manage Safety & Health performance
• Build and maintain client relationships and support proposal and project-related communications
• Assist in development of internal and external project risk reviews and coordinate with Legal as required
• Support development and implementation of Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Staffing Plan, and Procurement Plan
• Contribute to negotiation and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders
• Support site mobilization and demobilization planning and implementation
• Secure applicable project permits
• Prepare RFPs, assist with bidder prequalification, scope development, bid evaluation, and contract documentation
• Execute contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation
• Support cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project setup/closeout, and field progress tracking
• Prepare and present project status reports, including risks, schedule, costs, and cash flow
• Verify subcontractor insurance, licensure, and compliance requirements
• Support safety, quality, progress, and financial audits
• Facilitate materials receiving, inventory control, storage, and transportation
• Support craft labor planning, staffing, cost analysis, labor burden monitoring, and unit rate management
• Assist with project turnover documentation, warranty tracking, and closeout processes
• Manage construction equipment inventory and utilization

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, and 3 years relevant construction experience OR applicable experience in lieu of degree
• Experience in Electric Utilities Transmission, Distribution, or Substation construction project management preferred
• Ability to travel within a 1–3 hour radius from the reporting location
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)

• PMP certification or Professional Engineering (PE) designation
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software
• Experience across aviation, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, transportation, or water projects
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Construction project coordination and contract administration
• Cost control and scheduling support
• Safety and quality compliance
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Stakeholder and subcontractor coordination

• EPC project support
• Labor and craft management analysis
• Equipment and materials management
• Financial reporting and earned value tracking
• Multi-project coordination in fast-paced environments

• RFI and submittal management
• Change order processing
• Permit acquisition
• Insurance and compliance verification
• Project documentation control systems
• Cross-functional collaboration with field supervision and HR teams

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client:
Infrastructure Engineering Firm designing and building essential infrastructure for cities. With a long-standing commitment to safety and quality, the organization supports large-scale engineering and construction initiatives across diverse industries.

About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number:
26-01947

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