Assistant Project Advisors | Hudson Tunnel Project

Mace; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,500 - 103,500; Full time

Job summary

Mace, a global infrastructure consultancy, is seeking ambitious Entry-Level Project Managers to begin their careers on the Hudson Tunnel Project—a landmark megaproject in New York. You will support delivery across construction, engineering and programme management activities, working with a team of industry-leading professionals.

The role offers hands-on experience on a nationally significant project, exposure to risk, stakeholder engagement, and digital delivery, with mentoring and structured

Qualifications

• Recent graduates and early-career professionals with a passion for major infrastructure.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Works with the project team to assist in the delivery of the project objectives in line with the Project Plan.
• Assists in the preparation and modifications of the project plans and keeps them updated and relevant over the course of the project/s.
• Collaborates with relevant parties/stakeholders and ensures robust quality systems are suitably managed and monitored in line with Service Excellence.
• Partners with relevant stakeholders and is actively involved in risk management and mitigation treatments.
• Assists in providing handover documentation prior to practical completion.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project deliveryconsultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The Project: Mace, as part of the MPA (Mace-Parsons-Arcadis) Delivery Partner JV, is helping deliver the $16 billion Hudson Tunnel Project for the Gateway Development Commission – one of the largest and most significant infrastructure programmes in U.S. history. The project will transform rail connectivity between New York and New Jersey, improve journeys for hundreds of thousands of passengers, and help shape the future of the Northeast Corridor.

We are seeking ambitious Entry‑Level Project Managers who want to launch their careers on a career-defining megaproject. This is a unique opportunity to learn from industry‑leading professionals while supporting the delivery of complex construction, engineering, and programme management activities across one of New York's most high‑profile infrastructure programmes.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well
• Client focus – Deliver on our promise
• Integrity – Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity – For our people to excel

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Works with the project team to assist in the delivery of the project objectives in line with the Project Plan.
• Assists in the preparation and modifications of the project plans and keeps them updated and relevant over the course of the project/s.
• Collaborates with relevant parties/stakeholders and ensures robust quality systems are suitably managed and monitored in line with Service Excellence.
• Partners with relevant stakeholders and is actively involved in risk management and mitigation treatments.
• Assists in providing handover documentation prior to practical completion.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

What You'll Gain

• Hands‑on experience on a nationally significant megaproject.
• Exposure to programme management, construction management, project controls, risk, stakeholder engagement, and digital delivery.
• Structured career development and mentoring from some of the industry's leading infrastructure professionals.
• The opportunity to help deliver a project that will serve the region for generations.
• Salary of $90,000 and strong corporate benefits package.

Who we’re looking for: Recent graduates and early‑career professionals with a passion for major infrastructure, strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the drive to make an impact.

Join Mace and help deliver the future of New York.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with‑in the role.