Assistant Construction Manager — NYC Project Delivery

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

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

GFT is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY, working on construction projects with regular attendance at our NYC office.

We build safely, on schedule, and within budget, maintaining high standards of quality. The role demands excellent coordination with consultants, vendors and clients, plus strong problem-solving abilities and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in engineering, architecture or construction related field.
• 5+ years of full-time experience as a technical specialist in construction and design related fields.
• Oral and written communication that is clear and concise.
• Understanding of contract documents such as specifications and drawings.
• Ability to address issues as they arise and solve problems.
• Must be organized and able to manage logistics of multiple projects concurrently.
• Driver’s license valid in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Makes decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects; prepares schedules for planning, design and construction.
• Monitors schedules to keep projects on time and within cost constraints.
• Interfaces with contractors, construction managers and client on project issues.
• Develops and issues project procedures and policies; reviews them for improvement.
• Resolves issues raised in field reports by architects and construction staff.
• Collaborates with architect/engineer of record on change orders and contract interpretation.
• Issues field memoranda to contractors to enforce contract compliance.
• Makes on-site decisions using independent judgment.
• Reviews contractors' claims or disputes and advises senior management.
• Visits various job sites as required.

Skills

Construction management

Technical specialization

Communication

Education

Baccalaureate degree in engineering/architecture/construction

Job description

GFT is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY, working on construction projects with regular attendance at our NYC office.

We build safely, on schedule, and within budget, maintaining high standards of quality. The role demands excellent coordination with consultants, vendors and clients, plus strong problem-solving abilities and organizational skills.