Assistant Project Manager Residential Central Jersey
Michael Page International
- Garwood, New Jersey
- 8 days ago
- $81,000–$99,000 Per Year
- Full-time
Highlights
The successful Assistant Project Manager will have: 2-5 years of construction, project coordination, or construction management experience. The Assistant Project Manager will: Support construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Garwood, New Jersey |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $81,000–$99,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Assistant Project Manager
The Assistant Project Manager will:
- Support construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout
- Assist with planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project coordination activities
- Maintain communication with clients, architects, designers, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders
- Participate in preconstruction meetings and assist with project documentation
- Support estimating, bidding, and procurement efforts
- Coordinate material purchasing, deliveries, and vendor communications
- Track project schedules and help identify potential risks or delays
- Assist with subcontractor coordination, scope reviews, and contract documentation
- Conduct site visits to monitor project progress, quality standards, and safety compliance
- Prepare meeting notes, reports, change orders, and project records
- Support project financial tracking and cost-control initiatives
- Assist with punch list completion, project turnover, and closeout documentation
- Work closely with company leadership to develop project management skills and industry knowledge
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The successful Assistant Project Manager will have:
- 2-5 years of construction, project coordination, or construction management experience
- Residential construction experience preferred
- Understanding of construction scheduling, budgeting, project documentation, and jobsite operations
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering a positive client experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field preferred
- Knowledge of construction methods, safety practices, and industry standards
- Self-motivated, coachable, and eager to grow professionally
- Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites throughout the region
The Assistant Project Manager will receive:
- Competitive base salary
- Weekly pay schedule
- Company vehicle and related business expenses
- Company-provided technology and equipment
- Paid time off
- Healthcare benefits package
- Ongoing training and mentorship from experienced construction professionals
- Exposure to high-end residential construction projects
- Clear advancement path into Project Management
- Long-term growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization
- Collaborative, team-oriented company culture with strong leadership support
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.