Assistant Project Manager - Industrial - New Jersey

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of industrial construction projects.
• Support the management of projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Track project schedules, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Participate in client meetings, site walks, and progress updates.
• Monitor project documentation and ensure timely communication across project teams.
• Assist with procurement activities and subcontract administration.
• Support project reporting, cost tracking, and forecasting efforts.
• Help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Gain exposure to both industrial fit-out projects and ground-up industrial developments.

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.

Opportunity for growth within a growing Industrial Contractor Stable project pipeline of industrial fitout & ground up work

The Successful Candidate

• 3-5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably within industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or commercial construction.
• Experience supporting projects in the $500K to $2M range is preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, project documentation, and field operations.
• Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Local to New Jersey or willing to commute to projects throughout Central and North New Jersey.
• Motivated to develop into a Project Manager role and take on increased responsibility.

Our client is a growing construction management and general contracting firm with a strong presence in the industrial sector across New Jersey. They have built a reputation for delivering high-quality warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, and logistics projects while providing employees with clear opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

The Assistant Project Manager - Industrial - New Jersey will receive:

• Competitive base salary up to $120K depending upon experience
• Paid time off/personal days/sick days
• Company sponsored benefits
• 401K plan available