Junior Project Manager | Ground-up Multifamily

Henderson Scott US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott US seeks a Junior Project Manager for ground-up multifamily residential construction in Brooklyn, NY. You will support Project Managers and Superintendents, help manage schedules, budgets, and coordination with architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

The role provides exposure to preconstruction planning, procurement, on-site coordination, and project closeout, offering growth within a growing team and opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in structural or residential construction project management.
• Proficiency with Windows-based apps and construction PM software; Procore preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and Superintendents with day-to-day on-site activities.
• Review drawings, specs, proposals, and site conditions for scheduling and budgeting.
• Coordinate design and construction with architects, engineers, and teams.
• Oversee procurement and material lead times with subcontractors.
• Assist with preconstruction bidding, startup, buyout, and budgeting.
• Manage purchase orders, subcontracts, permits, invoices, and cost updates.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Ensure contract compliance with submittals and subcontract requirements.
• Support constructability reviews and resolve coordination issues.

Skills

Scheduling

Budgeting

Construction drawings

Procore

OSHA 30

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering degree (a plus)

Tools

Procore

Job description

Junior Project Manager | Ground-up Multifamily

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Our client is a leading residential General Contractor with an established development arm specializing in ground-up construction, rehabilitation, and affordable multifamily housing throughout the region. With a strong pipeline of residential projects, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and play a hands-on role in bringing complex developments from preconstruction through completion.

The Project Engineer | Assistant Project Manager will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, architects, and subcontractors to help drive project execution, maintain schedules and budgets, and ensure quality throughout every phase of construction. This role offers exposure to all aspects of project management, from preconstruction planning and procurement to on-site coordination and project closeout, making it an excellent opportunity for a construction professional looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Project Execution: Support Project Managers and Superintendents with day-to-day construction activities, coordinating on-site operations and office-based project management functions.
• Manage Schedules & Budgets: Review drawings, specifications, proposals, and site conditions to assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, budgeting, and overall project planning.
• Coordinate Design & Construction: Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project teams to review construction documents, identify potential challenges, and recommend practical construction methods and details.
• Oversee Procurement & Materials: Establish material lead times, coordinate procurement activities, and work with subcontractors to ensure materials and resources are available to keep projects on schedule.
• Support Preconstruction & Buyout: Assist with subcontractor bidding, project startup, project buyout, special procurement, predevelopment scheduling, and budgeting.
• Manage Project Documentation: Coordinate purchase orders, subcontracts, permits, invoices, change orders, and project cost updates to support accurate project controls.
• Coordinate RFIs & Submittals: Help manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, subcontractor change orders, and other project documentation to keep communication clear and construction moving forward.
• Maintain Contract Compliance: Review subcontract requirements and submittals, maintain accurate submittal logs, and help ensure all work aligns with project specifications and contractual obligations.
• Support Constructability Reviews: Evaluate construction documents alongside the project management team to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and improve coordination before and during construction.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Build strong working relationships with subcontractors, design professionals, field personnel, and internal stakeholders to proactively resolve challenges and deliver successful projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; a Structural Engineering degree is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in structural construction, structural engineering, or residential construction project management.
• Previous experience working on ground-up residential construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, project scheduling, cost controls, and construction administration.
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications and working knowledge of construction project management software; Procore or equivalent experience is preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification issued within the past three years.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across project teams and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and the flexibility to take ownership of responsibilities as project needs evolve.
• Ability to pass a drug screening following a conditional offer of employment.

Join an established residential construction and development platform where your contributions will directly support the delivery of multifamily and affordable housing projects. You'll gain hands-on exposure to both field operations and project management, work alongside experienced construction professionals, and build the technical and leadership skills needed to advance your career in residential construction.