Assistant Project Manager

SMMA • Cambridge, MA

4h • $60,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SMMA is seeking an Assistant for the Project Management group to join our K-12 Market in Cambridge, MA with occasional travel to Manchester, NH. Our exciting portfolio includes a large range of public, private, charter, and career technical schools throughout the New England area. Essential for this role is a desire and commitment to be invested in every aspect of a project—from winning the work, to managing and producing it, through close-out. This position will directly support three to four Project Managers and includes managing small to large-sized projects with their direct supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 3-5 years of experience in AEC industry is a plus
• Strong experience using Microsoft Office
• Customer service oriented
• Collaborative, relationship-oriented
• Versatile, flexible, and capable of switching between tasks throughout the day and week
• Motivated and accountable

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design is a plus but is not required
• Experience with MSBA projects is a plus
• Interest in scheduling or database software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Creating and editing of letter or formal RFP proposals including development of the scope of services, staffing, fee, and schedule with PM supervision
• Managing project budgets, plans, and schedules with PM supervision
• Coordinating team member participation on projects
• Collaborating and coordinating with clients and contractors
• Scheduling and documenting project meetings
• Processing consultant invoices and creating purchase orders
• Highly responsive to client and Project Manager needs
• Setting priorities and taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities

Benefits

• Employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Hybrid work-from-home policy
• Competitive benefits including paid time-off, company-funded MA Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental plan, company-paid life insurance, and 401(K) matching
• Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)
• Mentor/protégé program
• Educational reimbursement
• Licensure and membership reimbursement
• “Lunch and Learns” with internal and external speakers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level