Assistant Construction Manager

Gannett Fleming; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Commitment to professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Construction Manager for its Construction Services Team in New York, NY. This role involves overseeing construction projects, ensuring quality and compliance, and managing schedules. Candidates must have a degree in engineering or architecture and over 5 years of experience in construction. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $110,000, along with comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-time experience in construction or design.
• Ability to manage logistics of multiple projects.
• Understanding of contract documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and standards of construction.
• Monitor project schedules to meet deadlines.
• Interface with contractors and clients on project issues.
• Resolve issues from field reports by architects and management.
• Make decisions on field directives to ensure compliance.

Skills

Project scheduling

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Education

Baccalaureate degree in engineering, architecture, or construction

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY to work on construction projects. This role requires regular attendance in the New York, NY office.

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What you’ll be challenged to do

As a Construction Manager you will ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc. You will make decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the completion of the construction process. You will correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible. Responsibilities are varied and include coordinative, problem‑solving, and managerial functions for these projects.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following

• Makes decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects. Prepares and/or ensures preparation of schedules for planning, design and construction
• Monitors schedules and takes appropriate actions to ensure that the project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations
• Provides ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers and the client on project issues
• Participates in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; reviews and makes recommendations on procedures and policies
• Resolves issues and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff
• Works with architect/engineer of record regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility
• Issues field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance
• Uses independent judgment to make on‑site decisions
• Reviews contractors’ claims or disputed work and advises senior management as to appropriate action
• Visits various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties
• Performs other related tasks

Education | Experience

What you’ll bring to our firm:

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, architecture or construction related field;
• 5+ years of full‑time experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields
• Shall have oral and written communication that is clear and concise
• Understanding of contract documents such as specifications and drawings
• The ability to address issues as they arise and solve problems
• Must be organized and able to manage logistics of multiple projects concurrently
• Shall have experience in new, rehab and modernization construction projects
• A driver's license valid in New York State

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $110,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: New York, NY

Core Business Hours: Construction hours
Employment Status: Full‑Time