Assistant Project Manager - Long Island

International Erosion Control Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

International Erosion Control Association in New York is seeking an organized Assistant Project Manager to support multiple construction projects in the NYC area. You will assist Project Managers with scheduling, documentation, and cross‑department coordination in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in construction, experience with architectural glass and façade systems, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in construction in a similar support role.
• Experience with architectural glass, façade systems, curtain wall, storefront, or building envelope trades.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or drafting; proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with scheduling, material coordination, fabrication tracking, and project close‑out.
• Assist with project documentation, submittals, change orders, and status updates.
• Coordinate internally with Estimating, Drafting, Shop, and Field teams.
• Attend and document internal project meetings and track action items.
• Retrieve and organize project files and documentation; perform additional support tasks.

Job description

Our client is a highly respected architectural glass and façade contractor operating across NYC and the Tri-State area, known for tackling complex storefront, curtain wall, and engineered façade projects. They work on a variety of high-profile commercial developments, providing full lifecycle involvement from estimating and drafting to fabrication coordination and project management.

With a hands‑on leadership team and a collaborative, supportive culture, this is an opportunity for an APM to gain real responsibility, learn from experienced professionals, and grow into a Project Manager role while contributing to quality, high‑profile construction projects

We are seeking an organized and proactive Assistant Project Manager to support Project Managers with the coordination and delivery of multiple construction projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, juggling schedules, documentation, materials, and cross‑department communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with scheduling, material coordination, fabrication tracking, and project close‑out
• Assist with project documentation, submittals, change orders, and status updates
• Coordinate internally with Estimating, Drafting, Shop, and Field teams
• Attend and document internal project meetings and track action items
• Retrieve and organize project files and documentation
• Perform additional project support tasks as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in the construction industry in a similar support role
• Experience with architectural glass, façade systems, curtain wall, storefront, or building envelope trades
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or drafting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with project management software and Bluebeam
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills