Assistant Project Manager — Financials & Change Orders

JRM Construction Management, LLC; New York; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in New York City to support the Project Manager in daily responsibilities, including managing the financial lifecycle (change orders, billing, receivables, subcontractor payments) and document control. This fast-paced role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

The position involves administering the change order process, overseeing billing activities, coordinating subcontractor payments, and

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

Project management

Financial management

Multitasking

Time management

Reading plans

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Timberline

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

JRM Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in New York City to support the Project Manager in daily responsibilities, including managing the financial lifecycle (change orders, billing, receivables, subcontractor payments) and document control. This fast-paced role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

The position involves administering the change order process, overseeing billing activities, coordinating subcontractor payments, and