Assistant Project Manager in New York

Energy Jobline ZR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

401K

Vacation / Holidays

Job summary

Laland Baptiste, LLC is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to support an emergency construction project involving the replacement of a damaged sewer pipe within an institutional facility in New York, NY.

The APM will provide full-time, on-site day-shift coverage from preconstruction through project completion, with a limited shutdown window demanding strong coordination and meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven construction environment.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, schedules and construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day construction management and project coordination.
• Monitor field activities, project progress, schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements.
• Attend project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports and project records.
• Identify and escalate potential schedule, coordination, or construction issues.
• Assist with project closeout and punch-list activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Deadline-driven

Education

Construction management, engineering, or related experience

Tools

RFIs / Submittals process

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Assistant Project Manager – Construction

Location:New York, NY
Position:Full-Time, On-Site
Anticipated Start:November 2026
Anticipated Completion:March 2027
Schedule:Day Shift

Laland Baptiste, LLC is a construction management and consulting firm. Laland Baptiste provides innovative and professional services throughout all phases of the construction life cycle. We pride ourselves on being loyal and reliable to our customers, clients, and our greatest assets, our people. Laland Baptiste is dedicated to providing unparalleled services throughout the construction life cycle. These services include Construction Management, Program Management, Owners Representation, Engineering, Inspection, Preconstruction Consulting, Change Order Review, Value Engineering, Administration Assistance, Document Control and Staff Augmentation.

Our clients include the NYS Office of General Services, Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, NYC Health + Hospitals, NYC Department of Design and Construction, NYC Parks & Recreation, NYC School Construction Authority, NYC Economic Development Corporation, Battery Park City Authority, and NYS Parks, Recreations and Historic Preservation.

Position Summary

Laland Baptiste, LLC is seeking an experiencedAssistant Project Manager (APM)to support an emergency construction project involving the replacement of a damaged sewer pipe within an institutional facility.

The APM will provide full-time, on-site day-shift coverage beginning during preconstruction and continuing through project completion. The construction phase will take place during a limited shutdown window and will require strong coordination, documentation, and schedule management.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day construction management and project coordination.
• Monitor field activities, project progress, schedules, and critical milestones.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements.
• Attend project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports and project records.
• Identify and escalvate potential schedule, coordination, or construction issues.
• Assist with project closeout and punch-list activities.

Qualifications

• Construction management, engineering, architecture, or related experience.
• Previous experience as anAssistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, or similar construction role.
• Public-sector or institutional construction experience .
• Experience withrenovation, MEP/plumbing, infrastructure, shutdown, or accelerated construction projectsis a plus.
• Knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change orders, schedules, and construction documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven construction environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced APM who is comfortable supporting a high-priority project with an aggressive construction schedule.

Pay Rate: $45.00-$60.00/Hourly Salary. Actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications, education, skills, and experience.

Benefits of Working at Laland Baptiste:

• Medical / Prescription Plan
• Dental / Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short / Long Term Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Sick Leave
• Baptiste University - Continuing Education

Laland Baptiste LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Tina Ciullo

Corporate Recruiter | 646.300.8587 | [e-mail]

https://lalandbaptiste.com/