Assistant Project Manager

New Jersey General Contractors & Builder Corp Assistant Project Manager

Location: Bergen & Essex Counties, NJ (Field-Based)

NJGCB is a design-build firm serving Bergen and Essex Counties, specializing in architecturally designed luxury homes built with high-quality green materials and energy‑efficient practices.

We are seeking a hands‑on Assistant Project Manager with strong field experience in ground‑up residential construction. This role supports the Project Manager while actively contributing in the field to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Passionate about building custom homes
• Work hard, play hard culture
• Team‑oriented environment
• High standards and modern construction practices
• Strong company values
• Security, growth, and abundance mindset
• Culture & perks
• Great team

• Assist in managing multiple projects while maintaining budget, schedule, quality, safety, compliance policies, and procedures.
• Communicate with clients and provide weekly progress updates.
• Conduct daily site visits and take daily progress photos.
• Assist with documentation and required paperwork.

• Support management of subcontractors and in‑house crews.
• Actively schedule and follow up with subs.
• Order materials and coordinate vendors.
• Receive and review material receipts.
• Return excess materials to control job costs.

• Conduct detailed punch lists at every stage of construction.
• Take preventive measures to protect homes from flooding.
• Ensure proper installation and risk mitigation measures (including sump systems) to prevent site damage.
• Ensure work meets plans and specifications.

• 5 to 7 years of experience reading architectural plans and building new homes.
• 5 to 7 years of experience supporting or managing multiple projects.
• 5 to 7 years managing subcontractors.
• Ground‑up residential construction experience required. Remodel‑only experience without ground‑up exposure will not meet role requirements.
• Strong understanding of architectural plans, site plans, elevations, and framing plans.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Vehicle allowance available for candidates with suitable work vehicles.

This is not a desk‑only role. You may be required to:

• Install sump pumps if necessary.
• Install door locks to secure properties.
• Perform minor trim or light electrical work when needed.

• Weekend work when required.
• Strong accountability and work ethic expected.

• Full‑time, W‑2 Employment.
• Pay $65,000 per year, based on experience.
• Discretionary job bonuses.
• Annual performance bonuses (based on homes built and performance).
• Laptop.
• Vehicle allowance (pickup truck required).
• Cell phone.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Health insurance allowance (after 6 months).

• Drug test.
• Background check.
• Architectural plan reading test.

If you have strong ground‑up residential construction experience and are ready to grow into a leadership role within a luxury design‑build firm, we encourage you to apply.

NJGCB is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.