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Michael Page

Commercial Assistant Project Manager

Michael Page, Morris Plains, New Jersey, United States, 07950

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Commercial Assistant Project Manager

This well-established general contracting and construction management firm operates out of East Hanover, NJ, and has earned a reputation for delivering complex commercial projects throughout Northern New Jersey. Their portfolio spans ground-up builds to detailed interior fit-outs across sectors including healthcare, higher education, and industrial facilities. The firm values collaboration, precision, and long-term development, offering employees a path to grow within the organization and take on increasing responsibility. Job Description

Assist Project Managers with daily coordination across multiple active projects. Support all phases of the construction process including permitting, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, and logistics. Review and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, and documentation. Communicate with clients, architects, and subcontractors to ensure expectations and deadlines are met. Participate in safety planning and jobsite readiness meetings. Contribute to maintaining project timelines, quality standards, 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

Minimum 3 years of experience as an APM in commercial construction, ideally within the New Jersey market. Strong understanding of architectural drawings, construction specifications, and sequencing. Polished communication skills and professional demeanor in client-facing settings. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in different stages of design and construction. Technologically proficient (Microsoft Office required; Primavera P6 and CMiC a plus). Proactive, detail-oriented, and a motivated team player. Willing and able to travel to project sites across Northern NJ. What's On Offer

Competitive base salary: up to 110K (commensurate with experience). Performance-based annual bonus. Comprehensive healthcare coverage. 401(k) with company match. Vacation, paid holidays. Long-term growth with access to larger, complex projects and mentorship from senior PMs.