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HIRING: Assistant Project Manager - MEP Construction

Job Description

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP/FP) scopes on large commercial construction projects. This position will work closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to help manage project schedules, budgets, procurement activities, and field operations. The ideal candidate will come from a mechanical contracting, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, or MEP construction background and have experience assisting with project management responsibilities throughout the construction lifecycle.

Responsibilities

- Assist in managing MEP/FP scopes from preconstruction through project closeout.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals for completeness and constructability.
- Support procurement efforts, including vendor selection, bid leveling, subcontract administration, and material tracking.
- Coordinate with MEP subcontractors, consultants, architects, and project teams to ensure project goals are achieved.
- Monitor project schedules and assist in resolving field coordination and installation conflicts.
- Track long-lead equipment and materials to ensure timely delivery and installation.
- Support change order management, cost tracking, forecasting, and budget control activities.
- Participate in project meetings and provide updates on MEP progress, risks, and outstanding issues.
- Assist with commissioning, startup, testing, balancing, and turnover activities.
- Ensure work is completed in accordance with project specifications, building codes, and safety requirements.
- Maintain project documentation, logs, meeting minutes, and reporting requirements.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and field personnel.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
- 2-5+ years of experience supporting construction projects with a focus on mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, or electrical systems.
- Experience working for a mechanical contractor, MEP contractor, general contractor, or construction management firm.
- Understanding of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
- Experience coordinating subcontractors and supporting field operations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Procore, and similar construction management software.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Mechanical contracting or HVAC project engineering experience.
- Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, higher education, life sciences, aviation, transportation, or institutional construction projects.
- Exposure to project budgeting, forecasting, change orders, and cost control processes.
- Understanding of commissioning, startup, and turnover procedures.
- Knowledge of New York City construction practices, permitting, and building codes.
- OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
- Experience working on occupied renovations or phased construction projects.

Work Environment

This is an on-site role supporting active construction projects throughout the New York City area, with time split between the project site and project office. The position offers direct exposure to project management, field operations, subcontractor coordination, and complex building systems installation. This role is ideal for a Project Engineer, Mechanical Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or MEP Coordinator looking to grow into a full Project Manager position within commercial construction.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.05 - $48.08/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.