Assistant Construction Manager - Capital Projects

The Jewish Board•New York, NY

8d•$75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Construction Manager, Capital Projects is responsible for day-to-day oversight of capital project job sites, ensuring projects comply with 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 includes monitoring project progress, milestones, budgets, and timelines; preparing site visit reports; escalating issues; and serving as a field liaison among the Capital Projects team, contractors, and other stakeholders. The Assistant Construction Manager also applies field project management experience to resolve challenges and improve contractor performance, while maintaining current knowledge of applicable standards and implementing field best practices. This is a hybrid position combining office-based project management with regular site visits across agency properties in New York City’s five boroughs. The work may require climbing ladders and walking, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and crouching to evaluate facilities, equipment, roofs, and ceilings. A valid driver’s license must be maintained throughout employment.

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 in renovation of residential properties with clients in occupancy, including group homes and midrise properties.
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 the five boroughs of New York City and adapt to varying project environments.
Ability to climb ladders as required and perform the listed physical activities, including walking, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and crouching.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Conduct regular, scheduled visits to capital project job sites and ensure work adheres to agency, city, and state standards.
Assess operational projects on site and transition them into capital projects when conditions warrant.
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 provide guidance, troubleshoot challenges, and optimize contractor performance.
Maintain current knowledge of agency, local, and state standards related to capital projects.
Implement and uphold best practices from superintendent and field project management roles.