Assistant Construction Project Manager

Westminster; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to support the execution of a significant retail and residential development. In this dynamic role, you will oversee project activities, ensuring compliance with contract documents while facilitating communication among all stakeholders. Your expertise in construction management, along with strong organizational and analytical skills, will be crucial in monitoring project progress, managing budgets, and ensuring timely completion. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to thriving communities and exceptional experiences for residents and guests alike, all within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Benefits

$2k relocation bonus

401k matching

No waiting period for health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Housing discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in retail/commercial and multi-family residential construction.
• Proficiency in construction documents and analyzing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preconstruction efforts including permitting and contract review.
• Manage all aspects of the project from inception to completion.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Management

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Budget Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Revu Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

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Our company remains guided by its experience and ability to create long-term value in strategically focused markets. We continue to attract the best talent in the industry and remain focused on growing our organization with talented professionals along with our assets. Westminster is stronger than ever, and we stand poised for continued growth with our valued partners. Our mission is to go above and beyond to build thriving communities and exceptional experiences for our residents, guests, tenants, and teams. Our values represent what we strive to achieve every day. Every decision we have to make is guided by the "4 Be's": Be best in class, Be Solution-Oriented, Be Accountable, Be caring.

Job Summary

This is an Assistant Project Manager (APM) position representing both the Project Owner and the General Contractor (GC). The APM will support the successful execution of a retail and residential development at Monmouth Square by overseeing project activities, ensuring compliance with contract documents, and facilitating effective communication between stakeholders.

The APM will assist in monitoring project progress, reviewing contracts, evaluating change orders, tracking RFIs, analyzing budgets, generating schedule and cost updates, and reporting on project aspects. Additionally, the APM will generate punch lists, follow up on completion, and perform other tasks to ensure the project remains on schedule, within budget, and compliant with plans and specifications.

The ideal candidate should have experience in retail and residential construction, strong organizational skills, proficiency in reviewing construction documents, analyzing pay requisitions, and using AutoCAD and Bluebeam.

Work Hours: Weekdays 7 am to 5 pm; Saturdays 7 am- 1 pm, as required.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with preconstruction efforts including permitting, contract review, analysis, tracking, and reporting.
• Manage all aspects of the project from inception to completion, including the CO process.
• Assist in managing daily project operations, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule compliance.
• Understand tenant leases and landlord work letters, ensuring compliance.
• Monitor, review, and track contracts for compliance.
• Evaluate change order requests, assessing impacts on scope, budget, and timeline.
• Track RFIs, ensuring prompt responses.
• Analyze budgets and cost reports, identifying risks and providing recommendations.
• Generate and maintain project schedule updates and milestone tracking.
• Create punch lists and follow up on completion, preparing reports.
• Review construction documents, identifying discrepancies.
• Follow up on shop drawings and submittals.
• Review pay requisitions for accuracy.
• Use AutoCAD and Bluebeam for document review and coordination.
• Maintain project documentation.
• Lead project meetings, record minutes, and develop follow-up lists.
• Enforce safety standards.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication among all project parties.
• Prepare and distribute reports and meeting minutes.
• Establish delivery schedules for materials and equipment.
• Serve in quality control to ensure materials and work meet specifications.
• Keep records of deliveries and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant codes and inspections.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in retail/commercial and multi-family residential construction.
• Proficiency in Revu Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of construction disciplines, cost control, scheduling, safety, and engineering drawings.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and reporting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans and specifications, safety standards, and contracts.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and build relationships with subcontractors and consultants.

Physical Demands: Climbing, maintaining balance, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, vision, and working in various environments and weather conditions.

Benefits:

• $2k relocation bonus
• Match 50% of the first 6% of 401k contributions
• No waiting period for health benefits; $1k contribution to HSA
• Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Housing discounts in our communities

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.