Assistant Project Manager

Location: New York

Compensation: Up to $120,000 base + up to 20% performance bonus

Benefits: Full health coverage + comprehensive benefits package

A well established and growing General Contractor is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of complex, high profile construction projects across New York. This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm with a strong reputation for quality execution, collaborative project teams, and repeat client relationships.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work alongside experienced Project Managers and senior construction leaders
• Exposure to challenging, high value projects across the NYC market
• Clear progression pathway toward Project Manager level
• Performance driven culture with competitive and transparent bonus structure

The Role

You will play a key role in supporting the full lifecycle of construction projects, from preconstruction through closeout. This is a hands on position with real responsibility across financial management, subcontractor coordination, and client communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project planning, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
• Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, and change order management
• Review contracts, drawings, and project documentation
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and procurement logs
• Track project risks, action items, and deliverables
• Support project reporting and client communication
• Assist with project closeout and turnover documentation

Candidate Profile

• Experience working for a General Contractor, Sub-contractor or Construction Manager
• Exposure to commercial, residential, or mixed use construction projects
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator comfortable working with subcontractors, consultants, and clients
• Proactive and eager to develop into a Project Manager
• Based in New York or willing to relocate