Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

We are actively recruiting an Assistant Project Manager for an established general contractor specializing in commercial construction, ground-up developments, renovations, healthcare, education, and institutional projects.

This opportunity is located near Albany and involves supporting Project Managers and Superintendents throughout all phases of construction, from preconstruction through final completion.

The ideal candidate has experience working for a commercial general contractor, with a strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation. We are seeking someone who is organized, motivated, and looking to continue growing into a Project Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout.

• Support project scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, and overall project coordination.

• Assist with subcontractor and vendor buyout, including bid solicitation, scope reviews, and contract preparation.

• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, materials, and equipment throughout construction.

• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and project documentation.

• Assist with project financials, including cost reports, budget updates, forecasting, and invoice reviews.

• Work closely with Superintendents to monitor construction progress, schedules, and subcontractor activities.

• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project requirements.

• Participate in project meetings with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Monitor project schedules and help identify potential delays, cost impacts, and construction issues.

• Assist with procurement, material deliveries, and long-lead items.

• Maintain accurate project records, meeting minutes, logs, and construction documentation.

• Support project quality control, safety requirements, and client expectations.

• Assist with punch lists, inspections, project turnover, and final closeout.

• Support multiple projects while maintaining communication between field and office teams.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Project Manager with a commercial general contractor.

• Commercial building construction experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with ground-up commercial construction, renovations, additions, or institutional projects preferred.

• Exposure to healthcare, education, or other complex commercial construction projects is a plus.

• Strong understanding of RFIs, submittals, change orders, subcontractor coordination, and construction documentation.

• Experience assisting with project schedules, budgets, cost tracking, and subcontractor buyout.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

• Familiarity with construction scheduling and Critical Path Method (CPM) preferred.

• Experience with preconstruction, estimating, or procurement is a plus.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid holidays and vacation

• Tuition reimbursement

• Travel incentives

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Opportunity to grow into a Project Manager position with an established commercial general contractor