Construction Assistant Project Manager - New York , NY

BCG Glass Industry Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Facade is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support Senior Project Managers on complex facade projects. You will bridge design, fabrication, and installation, assisting with schedules, submittals, and field reporting while gaining hands-on experience.

You will coordinate materials, logistics, and CHANGE orders, and maintain drawings and logs. A bachelor’s in a related field and AutoCAD proficiency are required, with Chinese Mandarin fluency helping cross- team communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Project).
• Willingness to quickly learn Procore and Bluebeam.
• 1–3 years of experience in construction management or related roles.
• Familiarity with facade/curtain wall industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in planning, directing, and coordinating activities to meet deadlines and costs.
• Coordinate submittals; manage logs and approval statuses with architects, engineers, and fabricators.
• Maintain up-to-date drawings and distribute revisions to design and site teams.
• Create and update project schedules; monitor milestones and flag delays.
• Support SOVs, monthly requisitions, and Change Orders tracking.
• Coordinate materials delivery and align with installation schedule.
• Perform site visits; document conditions and generate field reports/punch lists.
• Communicate with Site Supervisor and field personnel to ensure resources and drawings are available.
• Act as liaison to resolve RFIs between office and field.

Skills

Bilingual English & Mandarin

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

US Facade is a leading curtain wall contractor specializing in high-end buildings in urban areas across the United States. We are actively seeking a motivatedAssistant Project Manager (APM)to support our Senior Project Managers in the execution of complex facade projects.

This is a pivotal support role where you will bridge the gap between design, fabrication, and on-site installation. You will work under the direct guidance of experienced Project Managers while gaining hands-on experience in managing scopes such as Window Walls, Curtain Walls, Storefronts, and Metal Panels. This position offers significant autonomy in daily tasks and provides a clear pathway for career advancement in the construction and real estate development industry.

Responsibilities:

Project Coordination & Administration:

• Assist the Project Managerin the overall planning, direction, and coordination of project activities to ensure deadlines and cost objectives are met.
• Manage the Submittal Process:Coordinate shop drawings and sample submissions between Architects, Engineers, Drafters, and Fabricators. Maintain accurate submittal logs and track approval statuses.
• Document Control:Ensure the project team has the most up-to-date structural drawings, interface drawings, and revisions. Distribute updates to the Design and Site teams promptly.
• Assist in creating and updatingProject Schedulesbased on client needs, factual durations, and lead times. Monitor milestones and flag potential delays to the PM.
• Support the financial lifecycle of the project by assisting withSchedule of Values (SOV), preparing monthly requisitions (pay apps), and tracking Change Orders.

Logistics & Supply Chain:

• Coordinate Materials:Track fabrication status and coordinate the release of materials to align with the installation schedule.
• Logistics Management:Coordinate deliveries to job sites, including verifying hoist/crane access, confirming trucking arrangements, and ensuring field personnel are notified and ready to receive materials.

Site Operations & Quality Control:

• Perform routineSite Visitsto monitor progress and quality.
• Field Reporting:Document site conditions, verify that work matches approved details, and generate field reports/punch lists.
• Maintain daily communication with theSite Supervisorand field personnel to ensure they have the necessary resources, drawings, and materials to work efficiently.
• Act as a liaison between the office and the field to resolve technical discrepancies or RFI (Request for Information) issues.

Qualification:

Education & Technical Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Master's degree is a plus).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.(Ability to read and interpret architectural/structural drawings is essential).
• Strong command of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
• Aptitude to learn new project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam) quickly.

Experience & Knowledge:

• 1-3 yearsof experience in Construction Management, Project Engineering, or Architecture.
• General knowledge of construction industry standards and practices.
• Preferred:Familiarity with theFacade/Curtain Wall industry(Glass, Glazing, Metal Panels).

Soft Skills & Languages:

• Bilingual Required:Professional proficiency inEnglish and Chinese Mandarin(Written & Verbal) to effectively communicate with internal teams and vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with GCs, Architects, and Field Teams.