Assistant Project Manager (Cranbury)

Assistant Project Manager

Triple Star Construction Inc. is seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to coordinate construction projects from pre-construction through completion. This position will work closely with the office and job site while coordinating with owners, architects, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from start to finish.
• Maintain clear communication between the office, job site, owners, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Read and understand plans, specifications, reports, change orders, submittals, transmittals, and project updates.
• Track change orders, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Prepare, review, and track payment applications and subcontractor billing.
• Monitor project schedules, deadlines, materials, and outstanding items.
• Ensure subcontractors meet project requirements, including safety compliance.
• Maintain organized project files and current drawings/documentation.
• Identify and communicate potential issues, delays, or conflicts.
• Assist with project closeout and required documentation.
• Maintain professional relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, and project team members.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, including subcontractor schedules, milestones, and deadlines.

Key Characteristics

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong written, technical, and verbal communication skills.
• Professional and confident when working with owners, vendors, subcontractors, and staff.
• Proactive, dependable, and able to take ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-through skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction assistant project management or project coordination experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and drawings is required . (ARCH, MEP, Structural, Civil)
• Knowledge of commercial construction practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint .
• Experience with Procore and Bluebeam .
• General Construction experience required

Project Experience

Please provide 3–5 of the largest or most complex construction projects you have assisted in managing. For each project, include:

• Project type and location
• Approximate project value
• Project duration
• Your specific role and responsibilities

$70,000- $80,000 Compensation Package

The ideal candidate is a proactive professional who can keep projects organized, maintain strong communication between the field and office, and ensure that projects stay on schedule and run smoothly from start to finish.