Construction Assistant Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a driven Assistant Project Manager to support construction projects across New York City. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with project managers and superintendents, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and effectively. You'll be responsible for managing project management software, organizing contract documents, and facilitating inspections. If you have a background in engineering and a passion for construction, this position will provide you with a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience is required.
• Strong communication and time management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project management software and maintain contract documents.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure quality compliance.
• Assist project manager with various tasks and coordination.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Time Management

Engineering Computations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Equivalent Experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Summary

Infinity Contracting Services Corp is actively seeking a highly motivated Assistant Project Manager with prior construction experience to join our team on a project located in the five boroughs of New York City.

We recognize our employees are the company's most valuable asset. Inspiration, diligence, and encouragement towards each other, coupled with purposeful work, lead to a rewarding career, and we are proud to provide a platform with which our employees can attain their goals.

The Assistant Project Manager position will assist and support the project manager, superintendent, and/or foreman on assigned project(s). The position will work under direct supervision, perform routine daily activities, gather, distribute information and deliverables, and manage project management software.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Setup, manage, and maintain project management software for each job.
2. Organize, maintain, and process contract documents and shop drawings in order to meet project budget, schedule, and requirements.
3. Identify, issue, and manage RFIs.
4. Formulate start-up, testing, and commissioning procedures.
5. Serve as a point of contact regarding technical information associated with the project.
6. Verify existing field conditions and report changes to affected parties.
7. Lead internal MEP coordination process.
8. Facilitate required inspections, testing, and commissioning.
9. Review contract documents for completeness and consistency.
10. Identify project scope deviations from contract documents and field observations.
11. Monitor construction progress for quality compliance.
12. Resolve and manage client-issued non-compliance reports.
13. Assist the project manager with buy-outs.
14. Release equipment and materials per approved submittals.
15. Manage and coordinate lead times and delivery dates for equipment and materials.
16. Generate submittal, RFI, equipment, etc. logs for project stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, or related engineering disciplines (or equivalent experience).
2. Ability to work in a multi-task environment.
3. Strong oral and written communication skills.
4. Excellent time management skills.
5. Proficient in basic engineering computations and analysis.
6. Working knowledge of AutoCAD software.
7. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.