Assistant Construction Project Manager

Effy Jewelry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Effy Jewelry in New York City seeks an Assistant Construction Project Manager, Store Design + Construction, to support the design and construction of retail stores across cruise and land locations. Working with the Sr.

Project Manager, you will own FF&E vendor relationships, serve as the primary contact for Maintenance projects, and drive procurement from concept through completion. The role requires onsite presence at the NYC headquarters five days a week, with cross-functional coordination

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of hands-on project management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication with internal departments and external vendors.
• Ability to manage several concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience tracking and managing project budgets with accuracy and accountability.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to work.
• Strong problem-solving instincts and sound independent judgment.
• Resourceful in finding answers independently, while knowing when to ask the right questions.
• Genuine curiosity about cruise construction.
• Prior construction management or on-site construction experience is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with the cruise industry is a plus.
• Prior experience using Asana or a similar project management platform is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs the execution of all incoming Maintenance and construction projects, partnering closely with the Operations Integrations Manager, external contractors, and Cruise Line partners.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for all FF&E vendors, owning vendor relationships and procurement for lighting, carpets, signage, and loose furniture.
• Manages all project details within Asana on behalf of the Senior Project Manager and Project Manager, ensuring information is accurate and current ahead of team briefings.
• Plans and organizes upcoming projects up to 12 months in advance, in partnership with the Senior Project Manager and Senior Ops Integrations Manager.
• Owns and maintains owner-supplied item costs within each project's budget tracker, ensuring accuracy and accountability across all active projects.
• Drives the timely execution of tasks and deliverables using Asana, holding stakeholders accountable to project timelines.
• Exercises independent judgment in managing additional responsibilities as they arise, in support of the Store Design + Construction team's broader goals.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Asana

Cruise construction

Construction site experience

Vendor management

Tools

Asana

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Construction Project Manager, Store Design + Construction

Location: New York, NY

About Us

Effy Jewelry is a family-owned luxury brand with over 40 years of expertise in fine jewelry design, manufacturing, and retail. Known for vibrant gemstones, bold designs, and exceptional craftsmanship, Effy has built a global presence with collections featured in more than 150 boutiques across premier land-based locations and cruise ships worldwide. With a strong foundation in quality, innovation, and customer experience, Effy continues to evolve while staying true to its heritage as a privately owned business. Our teams operate at the intersection of luxury retail and global travel, delivering a personalized and elevated shopping experience to customers around the world.

Job Overview

The Assistant Construction Project Manager is a key contributor to the design and construction of Effy Jewelry's retail stores across cruise and land locations. Working closely with the Sr. Project Manager, this role owns FF&E vendor relationships, serves as the primary point of contact for Maintenance projects, and drives procurement and project execution from concept through completion. Operating cross-functionally with Finance, Design & Construction, Creative, and Logistics, it manages project timelines and ensures clear communication across the department and with cruise line partners. Strong judgment, a high degree of ownership, and the ability to manage competing priorities independently are essential. This role is based at our New York City headquarters and requires being onsite five days a week.

This role is based at our New York City headquarters and requires being onsite five days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs the execution of all incoming Maintenance and construction projects, partnering closely with the Operations Integrations Manager, external contractors, and Cruise Line partners.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for all FF&E vendors, owning vendor relationships and procurement for lighting, carpets, signage, and loose furniture.
• Manages all project details within Asana on behalf of the Senior Project Manager and Project Manager, ensuring information is accurate and current ahead of team briefings.
• Plans and organizes upcoming projects up to 12 months in advance, in partnership with the Senior Project Manager and Senior Ops Integrations Manager.
• Owns and maintains owner-supplied item costs within each project's budget tracker, ensuring accuracy and accountability across all active projects.
• Drives the timely execution of tasks and deliverables using Asana, holding stakeholders accountable to project timelines.
• Exercises independent judgment in managing additional responsibilities as they arise, in support of the Store Design + Construction team's broader goals.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of hands-on project management experience, owning projects from concept through completion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships across internal departments and external vendors
• Ability to manage several concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience tracking and managing project budgets with accuracy and accountability
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to work
• Strong problem-solving instincts and sound independent judgment
• Resourceful in finding answers independently, while knowing when to ask the right questions
• Genuine curiosity about cruise construction
• Prior construction management or on-site construction experience is a strong plus
• Familiarity with the cruise industry is a plus
• Prior experience using Asana or a similar project management platform is a plus

Salary Range

$70,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment; we are not able to sponsor visas.

Effy Jewelry is committed to diversity in its workplace and is proud to offer equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in the location in which the candidate is applying. Effy Jewelry applicants are assessed solely on their qualifications for the role, without regard to disability or need for accommodation.