Junior Project Manager

Charrette Management Group LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Charrette Management Group seeks a Junior Project Manager to support the owner’s interests in luxury retail buildouts. You will assist in design review, permitting, and construction, partnering with senior PMs to drive project success.

In this role you’ll gain hands-on experience in vendor coordination, drawings, punch lists, and contract administration within a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in construction project management, architecture, interior design, or general contracting (retail or commercial experience preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related design field.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel, Google Workspace).
• Basic understanding of construction sequencing, architectural drawings, and landlord/tenant coordination.
• Excellent organizational skills, acute attention to detail regarding luxury finishes, and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead Project Managers across all project phases (pre-construction to closeout).
• Maintain master project documentation and logs (drawings, submittals, RFIs, changes, meeting minutes).
• Coordinate drawing sets and participate in site visits for quality control of luxury finishes.
• Track FF&E, millwork, and vendor lead times; coordinate weekly Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings.
• Review pay applications, invoices, and track budgets; monitor master schedules for risks.

Skills

1–3 years PM experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Smartsheet

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Charrette Management Group (CMG), a leading Owner's Representative and Construction Management firm, is seeking a Junior Project Manager (Assistant Owner's Representative) to support the construction and buildout of luxury retail environments on behalf of key clients.

Working closely with Project Managers, you will assist in advocating for the owner’s interests throughout design, permitting, and construction. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional looking to develop their skills in luxury retail project delivery, vendor coordination, budget tracking, and site management.

Key Responsibilities

Project Support & Administration

• Assist lead Project Managers across all project phases, including pre-construction, design review, permitting, and final closeout.
• Maintain master project documentation, including drawing logs, submittals, RFIs, change order requests, and meeting minutes.

Design & Quality Control Support

• Coordinate architectural, engineering, and MEP drawing sets for team review.
• Participate in regular site visits and walkthroughs to assist with quality control, monitoring luxury finish standards (millwork, stone, lighting, and custom fixtures).
• Assist in generating and tracking punch list items to ensure complete project closeout.

Stakeholder & Procurement Tracking

• Track FF&E, millwork, and specialty vendor lead times against store opening timelines.
• Coordinate scheduling for weekly Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings and prepare project progress updates.
• Support contract administration and contractor bidding processes (GMP, lump sum, CM-at-risk).

Financial & Logistical Controls

• Help review and process contractor pay applications, invoices, and expense tracking against project budgets.
• Assist in monitoring master project schedules and identifying potential timeline risks.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in construction project management, architecture, interior design, or general contracting (retail or commercial experience preferred).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related design field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel, Google Workspace).
• Industry Knowledge: Basic understanding of construction sequencing, architectural drawings, and landlord/tenant coordination.
• Core Competencies: Excellent organizational skills, acute attention to detail regarding luxury finishes, and strong written/verbal communication skills.

What Success Looks Like

• Execution: Consistent, organized project tracking that helps keep buildouts on schedule and within budget.
• Quality & Detail: Thorough oversight of submittals, RFIs, and punch lists to uphold brand finish standards.
• Collaboration: Strong teamwork, proactive communication, and dependable support for senior leadership, contractors, and vendors.

Benefits & Compensation

• Full-time role offering comprehensive healthcare benefits and a retirement plan.
• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Compensation range: $65-80k with full benefits.