Assistant Project Manager – Owner’s Representative / Real Estate Development
Location: Eastern MA and RI
Type: Full-Time
About Us:
We are a fast-growing real estate development and consulting firm with offices in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. With a strong foundation in mixed use developments, we serve as Owner’s Project Managers (OPMs) for institutional, commercial, and residential clients — and also develop our own real estate across New England. Our team is deeply involved from pre-development through construction, acting as a strategic partner and lead in managing risk, budget, and execution for complex building projects.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly capable Assistant Project Manager to support our OPM and development teams across a range of assignments. This role is ideal for someone with a strong construction management background who wants to grow into a full-spectrum real estate role, gaining exposure to design, finance, permitting, and delivery. You’ll work closely with senior project managers and principals to help guide projects from early planning through ribbon cutting.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the day-to-day management of design and construction teams on both development and third-party OPM projects
Help manage project schedules, budgets, and contract administration, including pay apps, change orders, and procurement tracking
Prepare and maintain project documentation: meeting agendas, minutes, logs, drawing sets, and submittals
Participate in site visits, construction meetings, and municipal coordination
Track permitting milestones and assist in managing the entitlement process
Support the development of project RFPs and review consultant and contractor bids
Assist with early-stage feasibility studies, design coordination, and funding applications as needed
Interface professionally with clients, contractors, consultants, and municipal stakeholders
What We’re Looking For:
2–4 years of construction management or owner’s rep experience required
Strong working knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, and contract structures
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or a related field
Excellent communication, documentation, and project coordination skills
Organized, proactive, and able to handle multiple priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or scheduling software is a plus
Eager to grow in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with high exposure to leadership
Regional travel may be required
What We Offer:
Competitive compensation with bonus potential
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Hybrid work structure with regular travel to job sites and client meetings
Mentorship and hands-on experience across all phases of development
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a short cover letter highlighting your construction experience and interest in the OPM role using subject heading “APM Application – First & Last Name” to Laura@buildionic.com.