Assistant Project Manager

Archstone Builders; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Archstone Builders in New York City is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to assist the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects across NYC. The role involves scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, documentation, and coordination with trade partners while ensuring NYC DOB regulations and project specs are met.

The position supports day-to-day activities, collaborates with Superintendents, and contributes to project scheduling and closeout

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 years of construction or internship experience in commercial, residential, or mixed-use construction
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day project activities from preconstruction through closeout
• Work closely with Superintendents to support site operations and logistics
• Maintain daily logs, site reports, and progress documentation
• Attend project meetings, coordination meetings, and inspections
• Assist with meeting agenda/minutes, progress reports, and client communications
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, inspectors, and expediters
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and document control
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules and procurement trackers
• Assist with punch list completion, turnover documentation, and final closeout packages

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Reading drawings

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

New York City

Location: New York City

Company Type: General Contractor / Construction Manager

Reports To: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager

Position Summary

The Assistant Construction Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects throughout New York City. This role assists with scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, documentation, and coordination with trade partners and consultants while ensuring compliance with NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) regulations and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day project activities from preconstruction through closeout
• Work closely with Superintendents to support site operations and logistics
• Assist in maintaining daily logs, site reports, and progress documentation
• Attend project meetings, coordination meetings, and inspections as required
• Assist with meeting agenda/minutes, progress reports, and client communications
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, inspectors, and expediters
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and document control
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules and procurement trackers
• Assist with punch list completion, turnover documentation, and final closeout packages

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 years of construction or internship experience in commercial, residential, or mixed-use construction
• Understanding of construction sequencing, means and methods
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Clear communication and leadership abilities in fast-paced environments
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working on NYC construction sites with knowledge of DOB regulations
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project, or similar construction management software
• 40-Hour Site Safety Training (SST) Card or 62-Hour SST Supervisor Card

Work Environment

• Combination of office and active jobsite environments
• Ability to walk the site, climb, lift, and stand for extended periods
• Extended hours may be required depending on project schedules

Compensation & Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

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