Restaurant​/Retail Assistant Project Manager

Location

Paramus, NJ, USA

$62,000.00 USD Annually - $72,000.00 USD Annually

Assistant Project Manager II (APM II) Fully Remote

• Full-time position.
• 40+ hours per week.
• Standard business hours:
  • Monday through Friday
  • 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Schedule flexibility required based on business needs.

The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for reviewing construction and/or architectural documents for new or existing projects and providing architectural support throughout the project lifecycle.

• Prepare and develop layouts and architectural drawings according to client requests.
• Coordinate drawings of the Draftsperson according to project specifications.
• Utilize AutoCAD and other programs to develop layouts and diagrams with attention to specification details.
• Consult technical handbooks and guidelines and assist in landlord research.
• Interpret and apply state and local code compliance requirements.
• Prepare documents for project authorization and manage bidding processes.
• Maintain accessible hardcopy and electronic files, records, and survey office reports.
• Execute site surveys as needed.
• Interact with clients regarding project clarification and architectural requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all architectural guidelines and standards.
• Provide architectural support to Project Managers on multiple projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or related field.

• 2–5 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager (APM) or Job Captain in an architectural firm.
• Experience drafting retail or commercial construction documents preferred.

• Ability to interpret construction data, engineering calculations, and drawings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Strong 3D design skills.
• Basic knowledge of Sketch Up, Photoshop, or Illustrator.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to produce accurate work.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• The role works collaboratively with team members across the same or different departments.

• Position may be 100% remote or hybrid.
• Hybrid employees will work in a professional office environment.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including:
  • Computers
  • Phones
  • Photocopiers
  • Filing cabinets
  • Fax machines
• Open office environment with moderate background noise and workplace activity.

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Primarily a sedentary role.
• Ability to:
  • Lift files
  • Open filing cabinets
  • Occasionally bend or stand on a stool
  • Stand, sit, and walk
  • Stoop and perform repetitive motions
  • Reach and type
  • Lift up to 15 pounds

• Little to no travel expected.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.