Assistant Construction Manager - Capital Projects

The Jewish Board•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Construction Manager, Capital Projects, is responsible for day-to-day oversight of capital project job sites and ensuring projects meet agency, city, and state standards. Working closely with the Director, Capital Projects, the role leads property visits, conducts quality and safety inspections, and oversees contractors’ field performance. The position combines office-based project management with regular site visits across agency properties in New York City’s five boroughs. The Assistant Construction Manager monitors project progress, milestones, budgets, and timelines; prepares site visit reports; and escalates issues as needed. The role also serves as a field liaison among the Capital Projects team, contractors, and other stakeholders, applying superintendent and field project management experience to resolve challenges and improve contractor performance. The position requires construction-document literacy, knowledge of applicable regulations and standards, and experience managing capital renovations in occupied residential properties, including group homes and midrise buildings. Site work may involve climbing ladders and walking, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and crouching.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
OSHA 30 or better.
Valid driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.
Fluency in and understanding of construction documents and specifications, with the ability to confirm contractors are performing appropriately.
Proven construction management skills renovating residential properties with clients in occupancy, including group homes and midrise buildings.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in capital project management, including extensive field or superintendent roles.
Demonstrated familiarity with and hands-on experience in superintendent or field project management responsibilities.
In-depth understanding of agency, city, and state regulations pertaining to capital projects.
Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, data-driven reports to senior leadership.
Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office responsibilities with frequent on-site visits.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook 365, Excel, and construction estimating and monitoring software such as R.S. Means.
Ability to travel within New York City’s five boroughs.
Ability to climb ladders as required and perform the described physical activities, including walking, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and crouching; adequate vision is required.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a course in construction management.
Proven success in a nonprofit or community-focused organization.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular, scheduled job site visits for each capital project to ensure compliance with agency, city, and state standards.
Transition operational projects into capital projects when conditions warrant and conduct on-site assessments throughout the process.
Verify that capital work complies with approved proposals, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
Monitor on-site safety procedures and quality-control measures.
Track project progress, milestones, budgets, and timelines.
Prepare comprehensive site visit reports and escalate issues to the Director, Capital Projects as necessary.
Serve as the primary field liaison among the Capital Projects team, contractors, and other relevant stakeholders.
Use field project management experience to guide stakeholders, troubleshoot challenges, and optimize contractor performance.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of agency, local, and state standards relating to capital projects.
Implement best practices from superintendent and field project management roles to improve project outcomes.