Assistant Project Manager

Company: Actalent
Location: Mountainside
Posted on: January 29, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Assistant Project Manager Job Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to join our team. You will play a crucial role in handling change orders, managing RFIs, and overseeing submittals while working closely with a Senior Project Manager. This position involves both office work and occasional site visits, providing an opportunity to engage directly with clients and contribute to commercial fit-out projects. Responsibilities Manage and process change orders, RFIs, and submittals efficiently. Collaborate with the Senior Project Manager to ensure project success. Conduct site visits as necessary to oversee project progress. Engage with clients to understand their needs and provide updates. Contribute to commercial fit-out projects, ensuring they meet quality standards. Essential Skills Proven experience in project management, particularly in commercial construction. Familiarity with general contracting processes. Strong understanding of construction management principles. Experience with handling RFIs and change orders. Knowledge of commercial fit-out processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications Background in construction management. Work Environment This role is based on-site five days a week, providing an opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment within a large and growing construction company. You will be part of a team that is expanding in the NJ area, with access to a network of ten offices across the US. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mountainside, New Jersey. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mountainside, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Fully covered benefits from the company ESOP Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mountainside,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 9, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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