Assistant Project Manager: Finance & Change Orders

JRM Construction Management; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction Management is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in all daily responsibilities, including managing the financial lifecycle and document control. This fast-paced role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

The candidate will execute administrative and financial tasks, oversee change orders and billing, support project impacts communication, and handle submittals and RFIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, ideally including 1-2 years in a field-based role.
• Resourceful, driven, and self-motivated with strong financial and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to multitask and manage detailed financial responsibilities.
• Excellent time management and ability to work effectively under deadline pressure.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting commercial construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Execute all administrative and financial tasks related to project management, including insurance coordination, billing, change order management, profitability tracking, and project closeouts.
• Manage the complete change order process, from scope review and pricing solicitation to packaging and presenting accurate change order requests.
• Oversee billing activities, including setup, issuance, tracking receivables, and coordinating subcontractor payments.
• Support the Project Manager in understanding and communicating project impacts, including delays and scope changes.
• Have the general ability to process submittals, RFIs, and other essential construction administration documents with proficiency.
• Assist with the administrative aspects of the monthly requisition process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Utilize JRM's ERP and construction management software to maintain project documentation and financial records.
• Work independently with minimal direction on small to medium projects or collaborate with Senior Project Managers on larger, complex projects.
• Demonstrate general aptitude in reading and interpreting construction documents and supporting field operations.
• Maintain effective communication with project teams and stakeholders regarding project status, changes, and financial impacts.

Skills

Financial management

Time management

Multitasking

Reading construction plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Timberline

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

JRM Construction Management is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in all daily responsibilities, including managing the financial lifecycle and document control. This fast-paced role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

The candidate will execute administrative and financial tasks, oversee change orders and billing, support project impacts communication, and handle submittals and RFIs.