Assistant Project Manager at JRM Construction Management

<div class="content-intro"><p style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><strong>Company Overview</strong></u></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State &amp; Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners &amp; developers, major law firms, media &amp; tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences &amp; healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.</span></p></div><p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Job Summary</u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in all daily responsibilities, including managing the financial lifecycle (change order management, billing, receivables, subcontractor payments) and document control. This fast-paced role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Responsibilities and Duties</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Execute all administrative and financial tasks related to project management, including insurance coordination, billing, change order management, profitability tracking, and project closeouts</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manage the complete change order process, from scope review and pricing solicitation to packaging and presenting accurate change order requests</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Oversee billing activities, including setup, issuance, tracking receivables, and coordinating subcontractor payments</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support the Project Manager in understanding and communicating project impacts, including delays and scope changes</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Have the general ability to process submittals, RFIs, and other essential construction administration documents with proficiency</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assist with the administrative aspects of the monthly requisition process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Utilize JRM’s ERP and construction management software to maintain project documentation and financial records</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work independently with minimal direction on small to medium projects or collaborate with Senior Project Managers on larger, complex projects</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrate general aptitude in reading and interpreting construction documents and supporting field operations</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain effective communication with project teams and stakeholders regarding project status, changes, and financial impacts</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Qualifications and Skills</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, ideally including 1-2 years in a field-based role</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Resourceful, driven, and self-motivated with strong financial and organizational skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proven ability to multitask and manage detailed financial responsibilities</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent time management and ability to work effectively under deadline pressure</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficient in reading and interpreting commercial construction plans and specifications</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Computer Systems</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Timberline (preferred but not required), On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Salary Information</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>To the extent this role is performed in New Jersey, the annual salary range is $70,000 - 100,000.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">#LI-OnSite</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.&nbsp;</span></em></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.<br></em></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>For more information on how JRM Construction Management collects and uses your personal information, reference our <a href="https://www.jrmcm.com/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>.</em></span></p></div>