About the Role
As an Associate Project Manager, you will play a hands-on role in bringing projects to life, gaining exposure to both field and office operations. In this fast-paced role, you’ll take ownership of key project activities - from coordinating material procurement and tracking quantities to reviewing submittals, RFIs, and supporting critical project communications.
Responsibilities
- Support project managers in planning and allocating resources effectively to meet project objectives.
- Assist in preparing comprehensive budgets and monitoring financial progress throughout the project lifecycle.
- Aid in monitoring project timelines and milestones, identifying and addressing potential risks and delays.
- Maintain clear and regular communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Collaborate with project team members to deliver high-quality mechanical solutions.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards at all project stages.
- Coordinate project schedules, subcontracts, and labor to maximize project success.
- Review project invoice amounts with clients to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.
- Maintain a daily log of project activities and correspondence to track progress and facilitate communication.
Requirements
- 0–5 years of experience in the construction or engineering industry.
- Proficiency with computer-based project management and related systems.
- Ability to safely navigate job sites, including climbing ladders and stairs to review work in progress.
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, reaching, climbing, and crawling.
- Work is performed in both office and active construction environments.
- Construction environments may be non-climate-controlled, physically challenging, dirty, and potentially hazardous, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols.
Work Type
- Office
- Field
Experience Level
- 0-5 years
Education Level
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Associate’s degree (AAS) in a construction-related field
Salary/Compensations
- $65,000-$75,000
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Health savings accounts
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee assistance program
About the Company
- John W. Danforth Company is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Northeast.
- We believe our people are our greatest asset and invest in training, career development, employee engagement, and team support.
- We are committed to delivering industry-leading experiences for our customers across commercial and industrial HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, advanced technology manufacturing, process piping, fabrication, mission-critical environments, and energy performance projects, backed by comprehensive service maintenance and repair.
Equal Opportunity
- As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
