Assistant Project Manager, Construction Portfolio Capital Expenditures (New York)

Assistant Project Manager, Construction Portfolio Capital Expenditures

We are seeking a construction Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join Stellar's Construction team, supporting portfolio-wide capital expenditure construction projects. This role covers a wide range of construction scopes, including faade compliance, elevator modernizations, MEP upgrades, apartment renovations, and common area improvements. The APM will coordinate with internal departments and external consultants to ensure efficient and high-quality project execution.

Supervisory / Leadership Responsibilities

• Coordinate directly with project teams, contractors, consultants, and building staff
• Take initiative and support full-cycle project execution with moderate oversight
• Ensure timely communication across departments including property management and leasing

General Duties / Responsibilities

Assist in managing capital improvement and renovation projects across the portfolio, including :

Ensure project compliance with applicable NYC Local Laws, including LL11 (facade inspections), LL26 (sprinklers, egress signage), LL84 / 87 / 88 / 97 / 33 / 95 (energy benchmarking, audits, retro-commissioning, emissions reporting), LL126 (parking inspections), LL152 (gas piping), LL191 (carbon monoxide detectors), LL31 (lead paint testing), and LL160 (permit restriction due to violations)

Draft scopes of work and bid packages

Track RFIs, submittals, and change orders

Perform plan reviews and quantity takeoffs (Excel, Bluebeam)

Maintain project budgets, cost logs, and forecasts (Yardi)

Support invoice processing and contractor billing (AIA documentation)

Assist in project scheduling (MS Project)

Help with DOB, LPC, and agency filings

Conduct site visits and log construction progress

Prepare meeting agendas and notes

Support close-out procedures including punch lists and final documentation

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred (construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field)

1 3 years of experience in construction or a construction-related field

Physical Requirements

Mix of fieldwork across the five boroughs and in-office presence

Ability to safely access active construction sites

Must be able to stand, walk, and communicate effectively in both field and office environments

Wages & Benefits :

$80,000 $90,000 annually

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD / LTD, and 401k

Additional Information : This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and additional job duties and responsibilities may be assigned within reason.

Required Skills / Abilities :

Strong interest in construction project management

Exposure to NYC agency permitting and building systems a plus

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills

Familiarity with construction tools : Excel, MS Project, Bluebeam, Procore, Yardi (preferred)

Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment

About Stellar Management

Founded in 1985, Stellar Management is a New York City based real estate investment and management firm. With a mix of residential, office, and retail space under the firm's corporate umbrella, Stellar is an active market participant focused exclusively on New York City. Since its inception, Stellar has built its superior track record on owning and managing properties for a diverse array of residential, retail and office users. Stellar Management employs a direct, hands-on approach to value investing by marrying its best-in-class management operation with in-house construction and development teams. The vertical integration of management, development and ownership is a central tenet of the firm's investment and management philosophy and enables Stellar to quality control every step of the design, development and execution process. With a fully integrated real estate platform, Stellar is able to provide stakeholders accountability across the many facets of real estate investment. For this, Stellar has cultivated a well-respected reputation in the industry.