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Assistant Project Manager - Ground Up Industrial and Commercial

Henderson Scott US
Edison, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026

Our client is one of the preeminent and fastest-growing general contractors in the state of NJ. They are based in NJ, and the sole focus of this role is to continue to build industrial and commercial properties throughout the state. This role is for someone who has been a part of ground-up developments throughout New Jersey.


ROLE: Assistant Project Manager focusing on the construction of ground-up developments throughout New Jersey

PAY: $70,000 to $90,000 on the base salary (based on experience)

BENEFITS: Full health package, 401k plan, PTO, additional bonus compensation

SPONSORSHIP: This role is not offering any work or visa sponsorship for an employee to be legally allowed to work in the USA

EMPLOYMENT: At will - full time


Job Description: The Construction Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for helping oversee the full lifecycle of a new, ground-up developments. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing subcontractor coordination efforts, sitting in on all OAC meetings, drafting meeting minutes, reporting up to upper management and key project stakeholders, working on all scheduling, budgeting, documentation and general project workflows.

  • Track and report on project costs, timelines and upcoming schedules, ensuring alignment across all levels of personnel.
  • Handle documentation processes including, but not limited to, RFIs, Submittals, Change Orders, RFPs, etc.
  • Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, procurement, and project outlooks.
  • Confirm the accurate completion and processing of project documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Lead Project Manager, design and preconstruction teams, and additional key partners to ensure building compliance, and general building completion.


Qualifications: The ideal candidate meets the following key requirements...

  • 1 year(s) as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Project Engineer, or similar positions, helping lead ground-up developments throughout the state, with additional relevant experience previously.
  • Experience helping to manage large, ground up projects (upwards of $10M).
  • Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
  • Proficiency in all major construction management software (including but not limited to, Procore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, etc.)


Offering: The full compensation package being offered is the following...

  • Base salary of $70,000 to $90,000 (based on experience)
  • Full health care plan, including medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Additional, discretionary, performance-based bonus compensation
  • 401k plan with an additional employer match


Apply here today if you feel like you would match the ideal candidate requirements and are interested in learning more!

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000

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