Our Core Values:

1. Embrace the family
2. Do what you say
3. Do the right thing
4. Be a “can-do” team player
5. Obsess over client success

At the end of the day, our niche is to build great buildings with great people.

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for providing overall management direction for one or more construction projects that are equal to or less than $1M.  This position requires independent problem solving, leadership, decision making, management of project teams, and the implementation of project management procedures to direct the flow of the project. The APM reports directly to the Director of Project Management. The Associate Project Manager will be required to travel to other parts of New England to meet customer needs. 

Excellent total compensation package which includes competitive benefits, 401k program, flexibility and much more!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

New England Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

APM responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following: 

1. Facilitate weekly onsite meetings including owner/architect meetings, internal team meetings, and as needed Subcontractor coordination meetings.
2. Facilitate pre-construction meetings and site visits with the owner/client to discuss and meet project requirements to establish project work plan and deadlines.
3. Lead project start up and jobsite initial set up. Including but not limited to collecting all project documentation from the Estimating Department.
4. Responsible clear and concise meeting minutes during all weekly operations meetings, Subcontractor coordination meetings and Owner/Architect meetings. Distribute the meeting minutes within 48 hours after the meeting.
5. Required to manage Project Engineers, Superintendents, and/or Interns for specific projects as assigned.
6. Compile and print all reports required for the meeting packets to be distributed at the Owner/Architect meetings. Distribute the meeting packets at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.
7. Effectively manage the submittal process. Obtain and review submittal documentation for all projects within 48 hours of receipt. 
8. Ensure Contract Document Logs are established and maintained including schedule, material status report, RFI log, submittal log, etc.
9.  Ensure team members and Subcontractor(s) have all current construction documentation.
10. Establish and maintain the project quality files and documentation systems to NEC standards including the NEC Way for Project Start Up, Project Maintenance, and Project Closeout for Project Engineering and Project Management.
11. Effectively manage Subcontractors and National Account communication and relations to establish relationship and enhance Subcontractor performance.
12. Continually promote organizational change initiatives, suggests new ideas, and adapt to work within new teams, structures and processes.
13. Review and manage financial aspect of contracts including cost reporting, billings/payments, change orders, income/expenses, etc.
14. Prepare and analyze change management reports, estimates and other cost report supporting documentation in preparation for monthly cost report meeting in coordination with the Finance Department.
15. Responsible for the overall management, timely, and successful execution of Owner and internal change order processes. 
16. Effectively issue request for pricing and follow up with Subcontractors to create Change Event, Potential Change Order, Prime Contract Change Order, and Contract Change Order in Procore for approval by the Project Manager.
17. Ability to buyout, negotiate bid packages, and create Purchase Orders and/or Contracts for subcontractors. 
18.  Must be able to write effective scopes of work for bid packages.
19. Ability to identify and achieve customer goals, expectations and satisfaction.
20. Act with a sense of urgency in meeting customer needs and demonstrating value.
21. Support Superintendent with development and maintenance of project schedules to ensure required dates are met. 
22. Required to travel to other parts of New England to supervise project progress minimum two days per week, but home office based in Rumford, RI.
23. Perform other related duties as assigned  

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Prior experience in pre-construction planning, commercial construction, and estimating. 
2. Ability to manage a team of employees and multiple projects. 
3. Advanced understanding of construction methods and installation sequencing. 
4. Proven record of meeting organizational and personal goals while delivering results to a standard of excellence. 
5. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. 
6. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management.  
7. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
8. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Procore. 
9. Proficient in Sage Financials. 
10. Advanced understanding of MS Project.
11. Intermediate level of MEP Knowledge.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. BS OR MS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field. 
2. 4 or more years with CM/General Contractor Organization or equivalent combination of education and experience  
3. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.