Project Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts
Project Assistant jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester, where life sciences companies like Biogen and Thermo Fisher Scientific, and research institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital, maintain steady demand for organized, detail-oriented support staff. The role covers a broad range of specialties in the state, including biotech and clinical trial coordination, higher education administration, and construction and infrastructure project support. Openings appear at every level, from entry-level coordinators working under senior project managers to experienced assistants handling multi-department initiatives. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
REPORTS TO: PROJECT EXECUTIVE
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Project Manager role is responsible for in assisting the PM on overall project
management, estimating change orders, cost control, forecasting and scheduling multiple
projects through final project completion.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to learn and adapt to current Field Production Tracking systems.
- Strong project organizational skills particularly as it pertains to manpower requirements,
- schedule, and on-site logistics.
- Ability to interact with consistent integrity, compassion, and empathy with all.
- Excellent time management skills. This includes prioritization of requests and obligations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills – both oral and written
- Computer literacy – moderately skilled with Microsoft Office Suite software
- Good analytical Skills
EXPECTATIONS
- Attend internal project turnover meeting with the goal of obtaining all information needed
- to run a successful job.
- Actively attend all required weekly on-site project meetings.
- Maintain, keep current, and fully understand all contract documents including but not
- limited to permits, utility work orders, plans, specs, schedules, submittals, and shop drawings.
- Develop to become competent with reviewing drawings / specifications and preparing
- detailed change orders by assigning material and labor values to work performed.
- Prepare and manage communications internally and with GCs or construction managers for
- assigned projects.
- Collaborate with PMs to understand the fundamental knowledge and processes of effective
- project management.
- Develop to become competent with understanding the complete scope of work, project
- schedule, construction workflow, change orders and required documentation.
- Monitor project budgets and labor costs.
- Assist with managing material buy outs and releases alongside Procurement as requested.
- Attend project walk-through meetings for bidding purposes and job tracking.
- Maintain regular communication and collaboration with Estimators, Project Managers and
- Project Foremen.
- Travel to various project sites as required.
- Develop/maintain network of professional relationships within the industry.
- Submittals, purchase orders, materials contracts, and subcontracts, change orders, as-built
- documents, and to ensure the high quality of all work performed at a job site.
- Manage all job closeout procedures including warranty documents, as-builts, final inspections, etc.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
S&W Electrical Contractors, Inc. is a full service electrical contracting firm with a wide range of knowledge throughout the field. We specialize in electrical consulting, design, build, and install service for all phases of electrical wiring. Our multi-skilled team provides honest quality, cost-competitive design, installation, and follow-up service. We are an experienced company with over 14 years of working with large general contractors and their project management teams. Our primary focus is customer satisfaction and to bring a project in on time and on budget. Our company is about unparalleled commitment, character, integrity, and teamwork.
EOE STATEMENT
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment with S&W Electrical Contractors, Inc. is at will. Either the company or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause, subject to applicable law.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Standing or sitting for long periods of time
- Frequently visiting job sites which may include environmental variations such as: potential dust, dirt, heat, cold, wet conditions or trenches
- May require working in close proximity to others
- Non-remote position
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project assistant jobs across Massachusetts.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and project scheduling tools
- Experience supporting project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications
- Familiarity with project management software such as Asana, Smartsheet, or MS Project
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in a professional setting
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently
Project Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project assistant in Massachusetts?
Most project assistant roles in Massachusetts are accessible with an associate's or bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, or a field related to the target industry. No state-issued license is required for the general role, but candidates working in regulated industries like healthcare or construction may benefit from sector-specific credentials such as a Certified Associate in Project Management designation. Massachusetts employers in biotech and higher education often prefer candidates with internship or co-op experience gained through programs at local universities.
Which companies hire project assistants in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts project assistant roles are posted by Jobot, Cape Cod Community College, and Bowman and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of life sciences firms, research hospitals, and technology companies means project assistant openings appear across a wider variety of industries here than in most other states.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most project assistant jobs?
Boston, Waltham, and Worcester have the most project assistant openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share through its concentration of healthcare systems, financial services firms, and universities, while Cambridge's biotech and research corridor generates consistent demand, and Worcester's growing healthcare and manufacturing base supports a steady volume of openings outside the immediate metro.
Are there remote project assistant jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and they're more common than in many comparable roles. About 43% of project assistant openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves scheduling, documentation, and communication rather than on-site presence. Administrative and coordination-heavy positions in technology and professional services firms are the most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a project assistant in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an administrative coordinator or departmental assistant role at a large Massachusetts institution, then moving laterally once you have documented project support experience. Hospitals like Brigham and Women's and employers like MIT and Boston University regularly hire entry-level administrative staff who support project-oriented teams. A completed internship, a Certified Associate in Project Management credential, or a portfolio of volunteer-led initiatives can make a candidate from that pool stand out to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to project assistant jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to project assistant jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and the industry you want to work in, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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