Assistant Project Manager

Dobco, Inc.; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dobco Inc. is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the Project Manager on large scale ground up construction projects. The APM will assist with subcontractor coordination, RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and project administration.

This role requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with proficiency in MS Office and construction software such as Procore.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of construction project management experience preferred.
• Experience working for a general contractor strongly preferred.
• Ground up commercial, institutional, municipal, education, or public works construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with the overall management and administration of assigned construction projects.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, contract administration, and scope coordination.
• Monitor project schedules and help identify potential delays or issues.
• Review subcontractor proposals, invoices, change orders, and payment applications.
• Assist with project cost tracking and forecasting.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure required documentation is completed.
• Coordinate with the project management and field teams to ensure project requirements are met.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Procore

Job description

Dobco Inc. is a leading New Jersey general contractor with more than 35 years of experience specializing in ground up construction and major renovations. We currently have 27+ active projects throughout New Jersey, ranging from $30M to $250M, including schools, municipal buildings, courthouses, libraries, colleges, and other public sector facilities.

Position Overview

Dobco is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, and execution of large scale ground up construction projects. The APM will assist with subcontractor coordination, RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and overall project administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with the overall management and administration of assigned construction projects.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, contract administration, and scope coordination.
• Monitor project schedules and help identify potential delays or issues.
• Review subcontractor proposals, invoices, change orders, and payment applications.
• Assist with project cost tracking and forecasting.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure required documentation is completed.
• Coordinate with the project management and field teams to ensure project requirements are met.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of construction project management experience preferred.
• Experience working for a general contractor strongly preferred.
• Ground up commercial, institutional, municipal, education, or public works construction experience preferred.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and subcontractor coordination.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with Procore or similar construction management software is a plus.