Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

CM&B is looking for a driven Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support our project teams in delivering complex, high-quality commercial projects across the region. This role offers hands-on experience, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to learn from some of the most seasoned project leaders in the industry—including direct guidance from Senior Vice President/Operations Manager Steve Malenchini.

If you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow your project management expertise, this is the perfect next step in your construction career.

What You’ll Do

Project Operations

• Manage assigned tasks and responsibilities across multiple phases of construction.
• Work as a key member of CM&B’s project management team to ensure Operational Excellence.
• Support superintendents, field staff, coordinators, administration, and accounting as needed.
• Use Procore to manage project documentation—submittals, RFIs, drawings, samples, and supplier data.
• Understand project plans, specifications, and subcontractor scopes of work.
• Participate in site-specific pre-activity meetings and weekly project meetings.
• Track project progress, site protocols, design issues, scope changes, and overall project requirements.
• Assist with project close-out—including punch lists, as-builts, Owner’s manuals, and warranty follow-ups.
• Provide on-site support during critical construction phases when needed.

Estimating & Cost Management

• Learn core estimating methods and how subcontractor input informs project budgets.
• Prepare subcontracts and purchase orders, including scope development and supplier negotiations.
• Understand project cost structure, gross margin, and cash flow responsibilities.
• Assist with monthly cost meetings, forecasts, and invoice approvals.
• Draft project documents (Subcontracts, POs, Change Events, PCOs, PCCOs) in Procore.

Safety & Risk

• Understand OSHA standards and CM&B safety protocols.
• Assist the PE/PM and Superintendent with safety program implementation.
• Help identify and mitigate project risks.

Planning & Scheduling

• Work with the Project Manager to understand overall and short-interval project schedules.
• Support the Project Superintendent in pre-punch and punch list development to ensure a strong project closeout.

Why This Role Is a Great Fit

• You’ll gain exposure to every major aspect of project management.
• You’ll receive direct mentorship from experienced project executives and managers.
• You’ll build technical, operational, and leadership skills essential for long-term growth.
• You’ll travel throughout CM&B’s service regions, gaining experience with a variety of project types and markets.

What We’re Looking For

• Interest in commercial construction and project management
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate across diverse teams
• Initiative, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Driven, dedicated individual with a strong work ethic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field
• OSHA 30 required (can be completed upon hire),
• valid driver’s license

CM&B is an Equal Opportunity Employer