Assistant Construction Project Manager

Job overview

The Assistant Construction Project Manager role is onsite in Ithaca, NY, and is described as an immediate contract of 6+ months, with possible conversion to direct hire if the candidate is open to relocation to New England. Compensation is not specified. The role supports construction project coordination between field operations and the corporate office. The assistant project manager helps keep construction work aligned by communicating plan and schedule changes, coordinating materials and meetings, maintaining project records, and reporting progress. The role contributes to timely project execution by tracking changes and issues and helping resolve discrepancies.

What you'll do

• Facilitate communication between field operations and the corporate office
• report day-to-day operations
• communicate plan and schedule changes to field crews
• order concrete, pumps, rebar, shoring, post-tension materials, and accessories
• maintain communication among field crews, general contractors, and the main office
• document scope deviations and change orders
• attend job-site meetings
• keep project documentation current
• maintain progress, change, and issue records
• prepare status reports
• identify and address issues or discrepancies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant construction project manager

construction coordination

field operations

project documentation

change orders

materials ordering

ithaca ny

essel

6+ month contract

possible direct hire

ms project

construction projects

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Immediate 6+ month contract; possible direct-hire conversion if open to relocation to New England. Construction software, blueprint interpretation, and concrete foundation experience are desired; bachelor’s degree and PMP/OSHA certification are preferred.

About the employer

Essel is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction. Sector: 23.