The Opportunity:
Cranshaw Construction is looking for a full-time Project Coordinator in our corporate office located in Newton, MA. The Project Coordinator will work directly with Project Manager(s) and other project team members in the preparation and distribution of all project documentation, as well as maintaining project paper work within Procore and other miscellaneous software. The selected candidate will receive in-person and online training to become Procore Certified, as well as in-person training on other required software use.

As a Project Coordinator, your primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Creating and distributing all project documentation through Procore software system.
• Preparing, distributing, and tracking subcontractor agreements, vendor purchase orders, change orders, submittals, RFIs and owner change orders.
• Maintaining and distributing working drawings for duration of each project, accounting for all up-to-date changes and sketches.
• Reviewing and tracking insurance certificates and requesting updated certificates as needed.
• Reviewing and tracking project Lien, Payment & Performance Bonds.
• Inputting data into Procore software to track executed agreements, bonds and insurance documentation. Running weekly reports in Procore and following up with subcontractors/vendors on missing documentation to avoid delay in payments.
• Maintaining logs in excel as requested by Project Manager.
• Assisting Superintendent in acquiring any drawings or office paperwork needed in the field.
• Coordinating UPS deliveries to project team members when necessary for drawings, product data, submittals, etc.
• Monitoring daily logs on a weekly basis to make sure they are being completed by field superintendent. Reviewing and verifying that subcontractors listed on daily logs have been issued a contract and provided project specific insurance certificate. Notifying the Vice President of Field Operations of any issues.
• Closing out completed projects by collecting and organizing all necessary warranties, product data, and Operations & Management (O&M) documentation and providing to owner.

You Create Value by:

• Being dedicated to your role and striving to exceed project team goals.
• Maintaining a positive reputation through quality service, and proudly representing Cranshaw’s professionalism and values.
• Being dedicated to your project team – you roll up your sleeves and assist team members—no job is “below your pay grade.”

What You Bring to Us:

• Two years’ administrative office experience preferred, ideally in the construction industry
• Knowledge of Procore software preferred
• Willingness to jump in and learn new tasks and systems
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multiply task
• Experience with documentation management

What We Bring You:
At Cranshaw Construction, we value the health and happiness of our team members and offer a wide range of insurance programs and benefits that support you and your family in cultivating a happy and healthy lifestyle. Our benefits take into consideration everything from career development to family matters, health and wellness and future planning:

• Comprehensive and Affordable Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Plans
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Incentives
• Company-matched 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Time-off

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01/2023

Do you love problem solving? Do you enjoy working on teams and using your interpersonal skills? Do you embrace learning new skills and new technologies? Do you like applying your academic studies to real-world experiences? If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you!

Every year, Cranshaw is excited to welcome Co-ops and interns to its projects. Cranshaw is currently seeking Assistant Superintendent Co-ops for projects. Cranshaw Construction Co-ops are inquisitive and pro-active team members who are motivated by a challenge. They get things done because they work cooperatively and love to both plan and take action. They put the same amount of time into building and maintaining relationships as they do in managing schoolwork.

Field Training and Responsibilities

Field supervision training is paramount to executing complex projects from groundbreaking to completion. Key aspects of the work in the field revolve around proper communication with subcontractors, designers and clients.

Our focus for field studies include but may not be limited to the following:

• Focus specifically on developing a detailed understanding of how to build buildings from site development, foundations, superstructure, building envelope, MEP/FP systems, finishes and closeout
• Plan reading, specification review, site-specific document review (including but not limited to: order of conditions, special conditions, hazardous materials surveys, geotechnical reports, etc…)
• Develop skills to understand, implement and document design directives, plans and specifications
• Navigate field conditions
• Understand the permitting and approval process which differs depending on the municipalities
• Review construction details
• Understand scheduling and sequencing, understanding the impacts of seasonal construction to planning and implementation
• Adhere to all SAFETY requirements
• Communicate
• Conduct punchlist and complete project closeout activities
• Learn and use innovative technology aids, including:
  • Blue-beam
  • In-Site
  • Timberline
  • Procore Project Management
  • Timberscan
  • Navisworks
  • AutoCAD/Revit
• Understand building layout to the extent required for each project (including checking and back-checking critical dimensions, field dimensioning, etc.)
• Maintain project records, including daily reports, progress photos, verification of subcontractor time and material claims, etc.
• Assist with the management of site logistics
• Understand and assist in implementing construction management plans and NFPA 241 plans
• Conduct take-offs and order materials
• Coordinate with Trades, identifying conflicts and solving problems
• Oversee project labor services

The location of the project(s) to which Co-ops are assigned may change depending on project need but will be in Boston or the surrounding metro/suburban area.

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Interested in developing your career potential?

Please email your interest and qualifications to: contactus1@cranshaw.com

09/2022

Are you a great communicator? Do you enjoy working on teams and using your interpersonal skills? Do you embrace learning new skills and new technologies?

Every year, Cranshaw is excited to welcome Co-ops and interns to its projects. Cranshaw is currently seeking Co-ops for projects in the summer of 2023. Cranshaw Construction Co-ops are inquisitive and pro-active team members who are motivated by a challenge. They get things done because they work cooperatively and love to both plan and take action. They see building and maintaining relationships as key to managing a successful college career.

Founded in 1983, Cranshaw builds complex projects, completing $4+ billion and 35+ million square feet of space in Boston’s downtown and suburbs. Cranshaw is engaged in some of the hottest market segments, including multi-family residential (including affordable housing) and life sciences. Cranshaw is col-located with and an affiliate of National Development, an interdisciplinary real estate firm and regularly partners with other third-party developers.

Training Opportunities and Job Responsibilities

• Assist and support managerial and field team members
• Record Owner/Architect/Construction (OAC) meeting minutes in and distribute via Procore software
• Assist the tracking and inspection of material deliveries
• Receive subcontractor trade partners’ shop drawing submittals, and work with the Project Manager to communicate with the subcontractor trade partner that they can begin ordering material and working
• Develop a fundamental understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and working timelines for subcontractor trade partners in order to complete the project on time
• Assist with permitting process by filling out and submitting forms and tracking approvals
• Contribute to planning a project to exceed sustainability goals
• Keep track of subcontracts, change orders, pay requests and pay applications
• Visit job site with the Project Manager to assure a smoothly-running project

Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Architecture or relevant field
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to adapt to differing needs dynamically
• Organized and able to keep track of materials
• Embraces Cranshaw’s diversity initiatives and goals
• Makes safety an over-riding priority

Benefits:

• Earn a competitive hourly rate while experiencing real-world day-to-day operations at a general contracting firm​
• Participate in company sponsored lunches, volunteer activities and social events
• Develop professional communication skills
• Be exposured to owners, designers, subcontractors, building officials and trade organizations
• Receive training and experience working with industry software, e.g., Procore
• Learn about sustainability processes like LEED and Passive House

The location of the position is primarily out of Cranshaw’s Newton office (Free parking available and office is near the MBTA’s Woodland Station on the Green Line D) but Co-ops may attend meetings or work at project sites in Boston or the surrounding metro/suburban area.

Cranshaw is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cranshaw has a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) mission that values all perspectives and strives toward inclusivity because we believe that equal opportunity and shared success strengthens both our firm and our community.

At Cranshaw, you can build not only buildings but also a career. If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply!

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Interested in developing your career potential?

Please email your interest and qualifications to: contactus1@cranshaw.com

10/2022

Cranshaw Construction is seeking an Estimating Co-Op to join our team of dedicated preconstruction professionals.  Our Preconstruction Team prepares construction estimates at all phases of design on a wide array of project types.  Working with 2D & 3D onscreen takeoff and estimating software, we have the tools needed to work smarter and consistently deliver preconstruction services that are unmatched in the marketplace.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review bidding document contents and import into Procore
• Understand assigned bid packages scope of work through review of project plans and specifications
• Prepare and assist in preparation of estimates during the various phases of design
• Prepare quantity take-offs
• Manage subcontractor bid solicitation process and insure adequate subcontractor participation
• Effectively collaborate and communicate amongst internal and external team members

Qualifications

• Studying to achieve Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Construction Management or related field
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn estimating and take-off software such as Timberline (Sage Estimating), PlanSwift, Assemble Systems, Revit, Procore
• Ability to manage time and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work both on a team as well as independently
• Ability to anticipate issues and take proactive measures to mitigate
• Ability to improve processes and create efficiencies

Goals/Objectives

• To develop the candidates baseline skill set related to document management, quantity take-offs, subcontractor communications, and office etiquette
• Candidate should complete the semester with an overall understanding of the preconstruction process

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Interested in developing your career potential?

Please email your interest and qualifications to: contactus1@cranshaw.com

09/2022

If you are a Boston resident and interested at working at the 3368 Washington Street jobsite, please fill out this application. Return to contactus1@cranshaw.com or 2310 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462, ATTN: Riane Ragno.

09/2022

If you are a Boston resident and interested at working at the 3368 Washington Street jobsite, please fill out this application. Return to contactus1@cranshaw.com or 2310 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462, ATTN: Riane Ragno.

Cranshaw will be holding a Job Fair on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 10AM – 1:30PM for the Old Colony Phases 4 & 5 project. The fair will be held at the Joseph Tierney Learning Center in South Boston. More details here.