Assistant Project Manager for High End Residential
Ostroff Electrical Contractors Valley Stream, New York, United States
Construction · 51-200 employees
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About the role
The Assistant Project Manager will support project managers in daily operations, including scheduling, submittals, and RFI management for high-end residential projects. They will also coordinate with architects, designers, and general contractors while ensuring budget adherence and quality control on-site.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates should have 1–3+ years of experience in construction, electrical, or project coordination, with a preference for high-end residential experience. Proficiency in project management software like Procore or Bluebeam and strong organizational and communication skills are required.
Benefits
Full description
Ostroff Electric is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team working on some of NYC's most exclusive residential projects — from Fifth Avenue co-ops to downtown penthouses and Hamptons estates. If you thrive in fast-paced, detail-obsessed environments and want to build a career in high-end residential electrical construction, we want to hear from you.
About the Role As an APM, you'll support Project Managers in running day-to-day operations on premium residential jobs — coordinating with architects, designers, GCs, and clients to keep projects on schedule, on budget, and built to the exacting standards our clients expect.
What You'll Do
- Assist in managing project schedules, submittals, and RFIs
- Coordinate with GCs, architects, designers, and vendors
- Track material procurement and job site logistics
- Support budgeting, change orders, and job costing
- Attend site walkthroughs and client meetings
- Help ensure code compliance and quality control on-site
What We're Looking For
- 1–3+ years of experience in construction, electrical, or project coordination (residential/high-end a plus)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Excellent communication skills — you'll be client-facing
- Familiarity with NYC construction processes/DOB is a plus
- Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, etc.) preferred
Why Ostroff Electric
- Work on landmark, high-profile residential projects across NYC
- Mentorship and growth path into senior PM roles
- Collaborative, tight-knit team culture
- Competitive salary + benefits
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Valley Stream, NY
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