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Alston Construction

Assistant Project Manager

Edison, NJ · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

As our CEO, Paul Little, says "In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy ... Assistant Project Manager Job Summary: Leads, directs and coordinates the overall management of ...

Hearst

Project Manager, Generative AI

New York, NY · On-site

Startup operators or chiefs of staff with technical project oversight * Delivery leads in engineering or technology organizations You Likely Have * 5+ years managing technical projects or programs in ...

City of New York

Project Manager, Programs

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Project Manager will work collaboratively across NYC Talent staff, City Hall staff, City ... Chief Policy and Programs Officer and Senior Advisor, Programs, including scheduling meetings ...

Hearst

Project Manager, Generative AI

New York, NY · On-site

Startup operators or chiefs of staff with technical project oversight * Delivery leads in engineering or technology organizations You Likely Have * 5+ years managing technical projects or programs in ...

DTCC

Project Manager Associate

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

The Enterprise Transformation Team is a central and independent group within the DTCC CFO ... As a member of the Enterprise Transformation team, the Project Manager - Associate supports the ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for chief project manager in Basking Ridge, NJ is $52.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.88 and $62.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Project Manager vs Project Director?

AspectChief Project ManagerProject Director
CredentialsPMI PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certificationsSimilar certifications often required, plus leadership experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, manages project managers, strategic focusResponsible for overall project portfolio, high-level planning
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in construction, IT, engineering firmsUsed in large corporations, government agencies, consulting firms

The Chief Project Manager and Project Director roles both require strong project management credentials and leadership skills. The Chief Project Manager typically oversees multiple projects and manages project managers, focusing on strategic execution. The Project Director often holds a broader, high-level role responsible for the entire project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Both positions are vital in industries like construction, IT, and engineering, but the Project Director usually operates at a higher strategic level.

What is a chief project manager?

A chief project manager is a senior professional responsible for planning, executing, and closing complex projects within an organization. They oversee project teams, coordinate resources, and ensure project goals are met on time and within budget, often requiring strong leadership, communication skills, and project management certifications like PMP. The role involves strategic oversight and risk management across multiple projects or departments.

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Assistant Project Manager

Edison, NJ • On-site

Alston Construction
Construction • 51 - 200 employees
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$75K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

About Alston Construction: Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For 40 years, we have been a true partner, an honest advisor, as well as a responsible contractor for our clients. We believe the success of any project depends upon a strong builder client relationship, and a commitment to establishing common goals and objectives from the project start. Alston Construction offers a diverse background of general contracting, construction management and design-build experience of industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and government projects. 


We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!


Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life  insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth  401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!


Job Title: Assistant Project Manager


Job Summary:  Leads, directs and coordinates the overall management of assigned projects. The overall goal of the Assistant Project Manager is to ensure the project is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and which attains or exceeds profit goals, while promoting and enhancing client relationships and the company’s image. 


Essential Duties and Responsibilities will include:

  • Ensure the quality completion of projects on time and within the allocated budget.
  • Perform a qualitative review of all contract documents for potential conflicts or interpretation issues to mitigate risk, reviews design documents for compliance to specifications and contract, subcontract documents for scope completeness, and all project plans, scopes, submittals and shop drawings for specification compliance and design/constructability issues.
  • Ensure proper document control and record keeping, submit close-out documents, including as-built drawing.
  • Work with Superintendent to facilitate the project construction process and coordinate staff activities to assure achievement of goals regarding project budget, schedule, safety standards, and quality control/assurance standards.
  • Create, maintain and monitor a detailed master project schedule, incorporating actual task start and finish dates and provide timely and accurate reports to determine if work is in accordance with the requirements of the contract, is on schedule and within budget.
  • Lead or participate in the response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), working through site investigation and preliminary design.
  • Other related duties. 


Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications include:

  • Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field and appropriate experience successfully managing construction projects for a general contractor from conception to completion. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Design-build experience on relevant project types.  
  • Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.


Salary Range: $75,000 – $115,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.


Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.