Assistant Project Manager, Design & Construction

About the Opportunity We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager who is eager to learn and grow in a friendly fast‑paced environment. This person will support in all aspects of project management, with a focus on task follow‑ups, documentation, and transition to operations, with plenty of opportunity to grow responsibilities in an emerging company. Responsibilities Assist Project Managers and Senior Project Manager in all aspects of restaurant projects. Actively participate in program and project specific meetings to update task statuses in project management software, reports, and spreadsheets. Independently prioritize tasks and collaborate with the project manager to follow up with vendors to ensure completion; escalates where required. Gather updates from internal cross‑functional team members; update project plans and schedules. Track and perform follow‑ups with design team to ensure design reviews are completed, issues are resolved, and construction documents are completed on time. Solicit proposals, coordinate contracts, and collaboratively review change orders and invoices with the project manager and contracts team for approval. Document costs in budget tracking tools. Focus on activities related to transitioning a restaurant to opening; coordinate dates with internal stakeholders and external vendors, set up service contracts, and monitor completion on site. Assist with punch lists, close‑out documentation, TI reimbursements, and close projects. Travel to job sites as required for due diligence, meetings, project progress checks, and turnover activities. Qualifications 3+ years of relevant work experience. Past experience in Project Management, Construction, or Design with a focus on project management activities. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite. Financial management experience. Ability to read and understand construction documents. Experience reviewing proposals, contracts, and change orders. Ability to independently relay instructions in person, on site, to vendors. Procurement experience. Monday.com and Smartsheet experience is highly preferred. Salary New Jersey: $96,000 – $102,000 per year. Wonder uses geographic‑specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience. Benefits We offer a competitive salary package including equity and 401(k). Additionally, we provide multiple medical, dental, and vision plans to meet all of our employees' needs as well as many benefits and perks that are not listed. EEO Statement We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E‑Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know. #J-18808-Ljbffr Grubhub