Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London

As an Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting Project Managers throughout all phases of project delivery
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and project cost tracking
• Managing RFIs, submittals, and change order logs
• Coordinating subcontractors, consultants, architects, and engineers
• Assisting with procurement and contract administration
• Maintaining project schedules and milestone updates
• Monitoring project documentation and reporting requirements
• Supporting field teams and Superintendents with project coordination
• Participating in project meetings and preparing meeting minutes
• Reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Tracking project progress and assisting with issue resolution
• Supporting project closeout and turnover activities
• Utilizing construction software to manage project documentation, correspondence, and reporting

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in Project Engineering, Project Coordination, or Assistant Project Management
• Experience within any construction sector, including commercial, multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, custom homes, or residential construction
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Viewpoint, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change orders, budgeting, and project controls
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong work ethic and desire to grow into a Project Manager role
• Former athletic experience is a plus, but not required. Candidates with athletic backgrounds often bring leadership, discipline, teamwork, competitiveness, and accountability that translate well into construction management.

Our client is a well-established General Contractor with a diverse portfolio of projects throughout Connecticut. Their work includes commercial, multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, and residential construction. Known for their collaborative culture and commitment to employee development, they provide strong mentorship, career advancement opportunities, and long-term job stability.

• Competitive base salary: $60,000 - $110,000+
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Clear advancement path to Project Manager
• Exposure to a variety of project types and construction methods
• Mentorship from experienced industry leaders
• Stable pipeline of projects throughout Connecticut
• Collaborative and employee-focused company culture
• Long-term career growth with a respected construction firm

Apply today to join a leading contractor as an Assistant Project Manager - Construction - New London and gain valuable experience across a diverse portfolio of projects while building a successful long-term career in construction management.