Job Description
Civil Construction Assistant Project Manager
Great opportunity to join and grow with a Central NJ Civil Construction Company. Extremely competitive base and benefits package.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-respected heavy civil contractor with a strong presence throughout New Jersey. Known for delivering high-quality infrastructure and site development projects, they have built a reputation for safety, reliability, and long-term client relationships across both public and private sectors.
Job Description
Assist Project Managers with the planning, execution, and closeout of civil construction projects. Coordinate project schedules, subcontractors, vendors, and field operations to ensure project milestones are met. Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and change orders. Track project costs, budgets, and forecasting to support financial performance. Prepare and maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, permits, and daily reports. Support procurement activities and material delivery coordination. Participate in project meetings with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Assist with subcontractor management, payment applications, and contract administration. Monitor project compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. Identify potential project risks and support solutions to maintain project schedules and budgets.
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 Applicant
A successful Civil Construction Assistant Project Manager should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
- 1-5 years of experience in heavy civil construction, site development, utility, roadway, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, project controls, and contract administration.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
- Eagerness to learn and grow into a Project Manager role.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites throughout Central New Jersey.
What's on Offer
- Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Exposure to high-profile infrastructure and civil construction projects.
- Supportive team environment with strong mentorship from experienced industry leaders.
- Long-term career stability with a growing and well-established contractor.
Contact Richie Tecco Quote job ref JN-102026-7125993
Job Summary
Sector: Construction
Sub Sector: Project Manager
Industry: Property
Where: Ewing
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant name: Richie Tecco
Job Reference: JN-102026-7125993
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Ewing, NJ |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $90,000–$110,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
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.
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