Assistant Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Boston + Somerville, MA

Type: Full-time

Reports to: Project Manager and VP of Real Estate

Role Summary

Rafi Properties is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager (ACPM) to support planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects from pre-construction through completion. This role ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards. The ACPM acts as a liaison between stakeholders, tenants, subcontractors, vendors, and on-site personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Coordination

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules and work plans.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Organize and attend project meetings, record minutes, and follow up on action items.

Documentation & Reporting

• Manage project documentation, including contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and drawings.
• Maintain up-to-date records of daily progress reports, meeting notes, and project correspondence.
• Track and update project budgets and cost reports in collaboration with the Project Manager.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Assist in sourcing and procuring materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Issue purchase orders and manage vendor/subcontractor invoices in accordance with budget.
• Follow up with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

Site Coordination & Quality Control

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, safety, and quality control.
• Work with superintendents and site supervisors to resolve on-site issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.

Risk Management

• Identify potential issues or delays and work with the Project Manager to resolve them.
• Assist in preparing and implementing risk mitigation plans.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in construction project coordination or management.
• Experience in construction and owner’s project management is a plus.
• Up to 60% travel required from site-to-site as required by projects.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to read, interpret, and value-engineer construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project) and MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with construction contracts (AIA, GMP, etc.) is a plus.

Why Rafi Properties

Rafi is a global real estate owner, operator and investor with HQ in Boston and Hong Kong. We believe today’s market rewards those who can think institutionally while acting nimbly. We move with urgency when opportunity presents itself and exercise patience when long-term value demands it. In a rapidly changing world, flexibility, discipline, and a long-term mindset are core to how we create alpha — and to the people we look to build with us.