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MEP APM - New Brunswick, NJ

New Brunswick, New Jersey Permanent USD80,000 - USD100,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) with on-site construction experience to support the delivery of healthcare, pharma, or MEP-heavy projects in the New Brunswick, NJ market. This role will assist in managing daily project operations, documentation, and coordination to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Strong growth opportunity
  • Consistent project pipeline

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable general contractor with a strong presence in healthcare and pharmaceutical construction, delivering complex, high-quality projects across New Jersey. They specialize in technically demanding builds, including lab, healthcare, and MEP-intensive environments, and offer a stable pipeline of work and growth opportunities.

Job Description

  • Support Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination from preconstruction through closeout
  • Assist with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and overall project documentation
  • Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams to ensure smooth project execution
  • Help track project schedules, budgets, and progress reporting
  • Participate in site walks and assist with quality control and safety compliance
  • Maintain project records and logs (daily reports, punch lists, and closeout documentation)
  • Utilize project management software (e.g., Procore) to organize and track project data
  • Assist in MEP coordination and technical scope tracking on complex projects

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful MEP Assistant Project Manager should have:

  • 2-3 years of experience as an on-site Assistant Project Manager or similar role
  • Experience in pharmaceutical construction preferred; alternatively, healthcare or MEP-heavy project experience required
  • Candidates from MEP subcontractors with strong coordination experience will be considered
  • Solid understanding of RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to support multiple project stakeholders
  • Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore is preferred
  • Eagerness to grow into a full Project Manager role within a structured environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000 USD.
  • Opportunities for growth and development.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment in New Brunswick, NJ.
  • Engagement in impactful construction projects that make a difference.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as an MEP Assistant Project Manager, apply today and join a team that values expertise and achievement.

Contact
Lauren Cavanagh
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7037049

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Commercial Manager
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
New Brunswick
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Cavanagh
Job Reference
JN-062026-7037049