Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerRye Brook, New York, United StatesAt Schimenti Construction Company, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Over the past 25+ years, we've built a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Whether it's a flagship retail store or a complex commercial build, we're focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. As employee-owners, we're proud to work with some of the world's most prestigious brands. In 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by Engineering News Record (ENR). Teamwork, accountability, professionalism, consistently driving for results…that's how we Build Different.We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager for our Rye Brook, NY office location. This role supports the successful execution of assigned projects, provides support to facilitate planning and coordination of construction activities to ensure that all project objectives are accomplished, and ensures project profitability targets are achieved.Key ResponsibilitiesTake an active role in supporting jobs and project management teams in each phase including pre-construction, construction, closeout, and post-construction servicesIdentify and focus on critical issues related to constructability including associated costs and logistical issuesEnsure timely and accurate completion of all Schimenti financial processes, controls, and reports, i.e., internal budgets, costs to complete, billings, collections, subcontractor payments, change order preparation and resolution, contracts, etc.Ensure that jobs are completed according to schedule and meet profit goalsDevelop, nurture, and maintain ongoing client, architect, subcontractor, and industry relationships at the appropriate level reinforcing Schimenti's commitment to continue addressing their needs and interestsPromote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors and instill this philosophy within the team at all timesReview subcontractor and vendor invoices throughout the lifecycle of the project and approve for payment or negotiate appropriate changesOversee change orders and RFIs, prepare as neededKeep consistent lines of communication open with clients and proactively share project progress and budget mattersRespond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems as neededEnsure punch list completionQualificationsMust have 2+ years of Construction Project Management experience, strong preference for retail construction experienceMust have experience on projects with high intensity and short-term duration of 12 - 20 weeksOccasional travel as requiredOSHA-30 preferredCollege degree in Construction or Engineering preferredBuyout proficiency and experience with leveling tradesCreating and processing RFI's using Procore or similar technologyScheduling proficiencyDocument managementFinancial accountabilityPresentation skills and ability to lead meetingsTechnical SkillsExcellent MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook skills requiredProficiency with MS Project or equivalentProcore or experience with a similar software experienceTimberline/Sage experience a plus.In compliance with state law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles that will be performed in New York. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Schimenti's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and specific performance awards. In addition, Schimenti provides a variety of comprehensive benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, and paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).