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Talent Edge Recruiting

Assistant Project Manager/Project Assistant

Talent Edge Recruiting, Rochester, New York, United States

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Base pay range $50,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Design-Build Construction | Rochester, NY Area - Onsite with Local Site Visits

(Must be local)

A growing design-build construction firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Project Assistant to support commercial, industrial, retail, and office construction projects from pre-construction through close-out. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone early in their construction project management career who wants exposure to the full lifecycle of design-build projects while working closely with experienced leadership.

This position is open due to internal growth and promotion, offering strong long-term development potential within a collaborative, tight-knit team.

As an APM / Project Assistant, you’ll support day-to-day project execution and coordination, working closely with project managers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams. Responsibilities include:

Collaborating with architects, engineers, and project partners to help define scope, requirements, and execution plans

Assisting with subcontractor and vendor coordination, including pricing reviews and support with negotiations

Coordinating permits, licenses, inspections, and required approvals

Creating, reviewing, and tracking shop drawings and submittals

Supporting manpower, equipment, and material planning to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Helping schedule construction activities and track timelines from start to finish

Ordering materials and equipment and monitoring deliveries to prevent delays

Providing on-site support to field crews and assisting with daily jobsite coordination

Tracking project progress and preparing updates and documentation

Supporting safety compliance and addressing issues as they arise

Assisting with overall construction oversight, coordination, and close‑out activities

Tools & Systems You’ll Use

Smartsheet

Microsoft Excel & Outlook

TSheets

QuickBooks

Project management software (currently implementing a new system)

What We’re Looking For

Required

2–3 years of experience in a similar role within the construction industry

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset

Nice to Have

Experience with estimating or takeoff software

Exposure to AutoCAD or construction drawings

Familiarity with design‑build environments

Salary:

$50,000 – $70,000 (depending on experience)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Please Note:

This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Project Management

Industries Construction and Architecture and Planning

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