Assistant Project Manager, Data Centers

About SuffolkSuffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially. Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here. Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances.The RoleThe Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry.The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.ResponsibilitiesLog-in and track Contracts & Purchase OrdersUse experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for InformationLog-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for InformationRequest Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company’s insurance requirementsCreate and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact LogPrice and create Proposed Change OrdersSubmit, track response and issue Requests for InformationResponsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related theretoPlan revision submissions to municipalityWork with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modificationsAct as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor’s work and progress.Assist with Project Schedule NarrativesTake Weekly Video and distribute to General ManagerCreate Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner’s and Subcontractors meetingsSet up coordination meetings with SubcontractorsDistribute revised drawings to SubcontractorsUsing best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract RequestsResponsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificatesResponsible for creating close-out manualsConducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topicsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in applicable discipline2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firmThe ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problemsComputer LiterateGood communication skillsAccurate with an attention to detailCandidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and CaringWorking Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.EEO Statement Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.