Assistant Project Manager

Haddad Plumbing & Heating•Newark, NJ

4d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its project operations team in Newark, New Jersey. The position supports the planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction projects, working closely with Project Managers, field teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership to help deliver projects safely, on schedule, and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards. The role supports project performance, accurate documentation, and day-to-day site coordination. It reports to the Project Manager Supervisor. The position requires a mechanical engineering degree from a recognized university, AutoCAD proficiency, knowledge of plumbing and HVAC design codes, and OSHA 30 certification. The successful candidate will have strong communication, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills, take initiative, and be able to prioritize work, meet tight deadlines, work under pressure, and handle sensitive and confidential information. Compensation is $65,000–$75,000 annually. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Mechanical engineering degree from a recognized university.
Proficient in AutoCAD.
Knowledge of plumbing and HVAC design codes.
OSHA 30 certification required.
Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
Able to prioritize, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
Initiative-driven and proactive.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Capable of managing sensitive and confidential information.
Effective working independently.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily construction activities with field staff, the project manager, construction manager, estimators, consultants, subcontractors, and relevant departments using approved drawings and materials.
Support the Project Manager to ensure effective performance.
Execute work according to shop drawings, specifications, construction schedules, and method statements.
Assist the technical team with issues as directed by senior management.
Monitor work progress against construction programs and submit site reports according to the project reporting plan.
Control and coordinate subcontractor activities, reporting progress and potential issues.
Maintain site management information systems and record daily activities and circumstances affecting the project.
Provide senior management with regular project-status feedback, focusing on schedule, quality, variations, client issues, and other relevant factors.
Review drawings for accuracy and adequate information; use only current issued-for-construction revisions and withdraw superseded versions from the site.