Talent Edge Recruiting
Assistant Project Manager/Project Assistant
Talent Edge Recruiting, Rochester, New York, United States
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Talent Edge Recruiting provided pay range This range is provided by Talent Edge Recruiting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
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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Talent Edge Recruiting provided pay range This range is provided by Talent Edge Recruiting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
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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