Top 129 Construction assistant Jobs in Edison, Nj

Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Construction)
McPhee Electric, Ltd., a PHALCON company —South Plainfield, NJ
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Construction Assistant Project Manager - New Jersey Projects
Leoforce —New Brunswick, NJ
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Construction Field Assistant
Frank Galbraith & Son Excavation and Demolition —Plainfield, NJ
- From $25.27 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant Construction Project Manager
Woodmont Properties —Woodbridge, NJ
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
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Diesel Mechanic / Assistant Shop Foreman
Tamke Tree Experts —Liberty Corner, NJ
- From $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Project Manager / Estimator
Confidential —Harrison, NJ
- $45,000.00 - $60,116.54 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Project Manager
Nomad Framing —Cranbury, NJ
- $55,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Project Manager (APM)/Project Manager (PM) - (1-5 Years’ Experience)
MFS Construction, LLC —South Plainfield, NJ
- $70,000 - $115,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Project Manager/ Estimator at Construction Company
Build-Ops Inc —Brooklyn, NY
- $60,000 - $84,455 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Renovation Assistant (Bilingual)
Middlesex Management —Middlesex, NJ
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
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Project Coordinator - Roofing & Home Improvement
Velaz Solar & Roofing —Elizabeth, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Tile Helper
Atlantic Tile and Marble —Flemington, NJ
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant Project Manager (CMAR/GMP/Owners Representative )
NV5 —New York, NY
- $85,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Contracts
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Project Coordinator
Sciens Building Solutions —Piscataway, NJ
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Construction Billing Assistant
IEW Construction Group —Township of Hamilton, NJ
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Data entry
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Project Assistant
IMC Construction —Woodbridge, NJ
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
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Project Administrative Assistant
APTIM —Linden, NJ
- $22.12 - $36.54 an hour
- 10 hour shift
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Construction Office Administrator
Frank Galbraith & Son Excavation and Demolition —Scotch Plains, NJ
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Flexible schedule
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Construction Project Coordinator
L&L PROPERTY ENTERPRISES LLC —South Plainfield, NJ
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Assistant Electrician
Fresella Electric INC —Bernardsville, NJ
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
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Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Construction)

McPhee Electric, Ltd., a PHALCON company -
South Plainfield, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Profit sharing
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bluebeam
Accubid
Bachelor's degree
NFPA 70 compliance
Managing projects
Construction submittals
Construction change orders
Construction change order management
Request for information (RFI)
Construction Management

Full Job Description

Build your path to Project Manager with a high-performance electrical subcontractor—real project exposure, not just paperwork. Join McPhee- a Phalcon Company and take ownership on fast-paced projects with strong field and leadership support.

Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Construction)

South Plainfield, NJ (In-Person)

McPhee- a Phalcon Company is a high-performance electrical contractor known for delivering complex, fast-paced projects with precision, accountability, and strong field leadership. We don’t just manage projects—we execute them with discipline, speed, and quality.

We’re looking for an Assistant Project Manager (APM) who wants real responsibility, field exposure, and a clear path to becoming a Project Manager.

If you’re detail-oriented, driven, and ready to grow in a company that values quality and safety, this is the opportunity.

What You’ll Do

Project Execution & Coordination

Support the successful delivery of electrical construction projects from kickoff through closeout
Work closely with Project Managers, field teams, subcontractors, and vendors to keep projects moving forward
Act as a key link between the field and office—resolving issues quickly and keeping communication tight
Track job progress, productivity, and performance against budget and schedule

Project Controls & Cost Awareness

Maintain RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation
Track procurement, material deliveries, and equipment usage
Support cost tracking, billing, and financial reporting
Help ensure accurate project data to keep jobs on track financially

Change Management & Reporting

Identify scope changes and support pricing, documentation, and client submission
Assist with budget vs. actual reporting, commitments, and cost forecasting
Prepare meeting notes, project updates, and internal/external communications

Scheduling & Performance Tracking

Help build and maintain project schedules (engineering, procurement, construction)
Monitor progress and flag risks that could impact deadlines or productivity

Quality & Safety

Support a strong safety-first culture across all projects
Ensure work aligns with quality standards, contract documents, and company expectations

Client & Team Collaboration

Build professional relationships with clients, vendors, and field teams
Support a team-oriented environment focused on accountability, execution, and results

Project Closeout

Assist with turnover documentation, as-builts, and closeout packages
Maintain accurate logs and final project records

What We’re Looking ForExperience

2–3 years of experience in construction project support or coordination
Electrical construction experience strongly preferred
Field experience (foreman or similar role) is a plus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
OR equivalent hands-on field/project experience

Skills

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communicator—clear, direct, and professional
Solid understanding of construction workflows, scheduling, and cost tracking
Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar tools is a plus
Problem-solver who anticipates issues and takes initiative

Career Growth

At McPhee- A Phalcon Company, this isn’t a support-only role. You’ll gain real world experience, exposure, and responsibility needed to grow into a Project Manager.

We promote from within and invest in people who take ownership and deliver results.

Work Environment

Mix of office and active construction site work
Hands-on collaboration with field teams and leadership

Location Requirement

Must be able to work onsite in South Plainfield, NJ

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

Bonus opportunities
Profit sharing
Weekly pay

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Assistant Project Management: 2 years (Required)
Electrical or Related Construction: 2 years (Required)
Electrical Field Foreman: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

South Plainfield, NJ 07080: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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