Assistant Project Manager- Healthcare (Design and Construction)

Brailsford & Dunlavey; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brailsford & Dunlavey, located in New York, NY, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Healthcare. You will play a vital role in supporting the planning and execution of healthcare design and construction projects, ensuring client goals are met.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills are essential. The position offers a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in healthcare design or construction.
• Understanding of design and construction processes and project controls.
• Familiarity with budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of healthcare design and construction projects.
• Assist with project documentation and contract administration.
• Coordinate and review architectural and engineering drawings.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Assistant Project Manager- Healthcare (Design and Construction)

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid).

Overview

Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D) leads planning, development, and management of complex real estate and capital projects, recently merged with Project Management Advisors to expand capabilities. The healthcare project management team partners with clients to guide complex projects from planning to occupancy.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of healthcare design and construction projects across multiple phases.
• Assist with project‑specific tasks to help meet client goals, schedules, budgets, and contractual obligations.
• Support pre‑construction activities, conceptual design analysis, and project documentation efforts.
• Coordinate and review architectural and engineering drawings, bid documents, and consultant deliverables.
• Assist with contract administration activities and prepare contracts, addenda, and project documentation.
• Help manage permitting coordination and support project teams through regulatory approval processes.
• Participate in meetings with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to review progress and resolve issues.
• Maintain project tracking logs, open item lists, schedules, and budget documentation.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules, including maintaining web‑based project controls and reporting tools.
• Observe construction progress and document field conditions, project updates, and safety‑related observations.
• Support project closeout activities and transition planning efforts.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on problem‑solving, accountability, and client service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of project management or project coordination experience within healthcare design, construction, or related environments.
• Understanding of design and construction processes, project controls, and consultant coordination.
• Familiarity with construction documentation, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Operate with a high level of personal integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively while also taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Professionalism, adaptability, positivity, and a strong client‑service mindset.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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