Assistant Project Manager (NYC Parks)

Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, DPC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) with profit-sharing

Medical insurance

Job summary

Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, DPC seeks a full‑time Assistant Project Manager to support NYC Parks projects from our Forest Hills, NY field office. You will report to the Senior Project Manager and coordinate closely with NYC Parks staff.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in large‑scale construction programs, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, Expedition, InDesign and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of related experience in supporting large scale construction programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Expedition, InDesign and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for project field office and liaise with NYC Parks client under Senior PM.
• Maintain and perform project document control and reporting as required.
• Daily management and coordination of field office staff.
• Provide field inspection support during peak seasons.
• Assist in marketing efforts for NYC Parks Program and other duties as directed.
• Fulfilling all other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree (CM/Engineering/LA)

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Expedition

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Position

Assistant Project Manager (NYC Parks)

Location

Forest Hills, NY

Remote Status

On‑Site

Job Id

1523‑788‑2026

# of Openings

1

Tectonic is currently seeking a full‑time Assistant Project Manager to work on upcoming NYC Parks projects based out of our Forest Hills, NY field office. These positions offer an excellent opportunity for growth and professional advancement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Will act as primary contact for project field office, and under the management of the Senior Project Manager, will act as liaison with our NYC Parks client;
• Maintain and perform all project document control and reporting as required;
• Daily management and coordination of field office staff;
• Provide field inspection support as needed during peak seasons;
• Assisting in marketing efforts for the NYC Parks Program and for other necessary functions as directed by the Vice President;
• All other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or a related field;
• 3‑5 years of related experience in supporting large scale construction programs;
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills; with outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Must be detail‑oriented, with the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment;
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency with in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Expedition, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop;
• Reliable transportation required;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is frequently required to assume a stationary position, handle, inspect, and/or feel documents, materials and/or equipment relevant to the job and communicate about same. The employee will also need to process manual and/or computer generated reports, and will be required to communicate via the Corporate e‑mail and telephone systems. They are also occasionally required to move around on the job‑site, including ascending or descending on the landscape or on a ladder, and positioning themselves appropriately to access necessary testing materials and equipment; they are sometimes required to do so in hazardous conditions, such as in rain or snow. The employee must regularly lift and/or move equipment and materials up to 25 lbs. This position may require sometimes operating a motor‑vehicle, which may require assuming a stationary position for extended periods of time.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE

Tectonic offers competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Opportunities for mentoring, professional development, and career advancement
• Tuition reimbursement to advance education
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Company‑observed, paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit‑sharing opportunities
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage
• High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for medical expenses and dependent care
• Commuter benefits for public transportation costs
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: $88,000 - $125,000 / year

Tectonic's goal is to compensate employees fairly and equitably across all positions Companywide. Our advertised pay ranges are representative of our good faith effort to provide a reasonable anticipated salary range. The offered pay may be outside of the provided salary range based upon the selected candidate's work location, experience, education, certifications, and capabilities compared to the advertised position.

EMPLOYMENT EQUALITY

Tectonic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Tectonic participates in USCIS E‑Verify to verify employment authorization.