Assistant Project Manager - Ground-Up Multifamily Construction

Henderson Scott US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott US seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support ground-up multifamily construction in New York City. The role focuses on coordinating across teams, reviewing plans, and maintaining schedules and budgets.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in construction PM, a track record with multifamily projects, and strong communication and organizational skills to drive project success on-site.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management, ideally with a general contractor.
• Experience on ground-up multifamily residential construction projects.
• Understanding of drawings, specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing project documentation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the day-to-day oversight of ground-up multifamily construction projects.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and ownership teams to maintain project schedules and ensure timely execution.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, and material deliveries.
• Attend project meetings, document progress, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Assist with cost tracking, budget reporting, and payment applications.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, quality control, and compliance with project specifications.
• Help identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain project milestones.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure coordination between field and office teams.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Construction management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Ground-Up Multifamily Construction

Salary: $110,000-$140,000 per year
Location: New York City, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join a growing construction team specializing in ground-up multifamily residential developments throughout New York City. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with experience supporting complex projects from preconstruction through completion who is looking to take the next step in their career.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with general contractors on new-construction multifamily projects, with strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the day-to-day oversight of ground-up multifamily construction projects.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and ownership teams to maintain project schedules and ensure timely execution.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, and material deliveries.
• Attend project meetings, document progress, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Assist with cost tracking, budget reporting, and payment applications.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, quality control, and compliance with project specifications.
• Help identify and resolve field issues to minimize delays and maintain project milestones.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure coordination between field and office teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management, ideally with a general contractor.
• Previous experience working on ground-up multifamily residential construction projects.
• Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project budgets.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing project documentation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Compensation & Opportunity

• Competitive base salary of $110,000-$140,000, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on ground-up multifamily developments in New York City.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing construction team.