Construction Assistant Project Manager, Clifton

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Project Manager (Field-Based) United Global Technologies (UGT)– Supporting a Major Industrial Client United Global Technologies is seeking a highly organized and field-driven Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support a major industrial CLIENT's project execution team. This role serves as the on-site extension of the CLIENT's Project Managers — acting asthe “eyes and ears” in the field to ensure equipment logistics, schedules, and daily operations remain aligned with overall project objectives.This is a high-visibility position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced industrial or construction environments and is looking to grow into a senior Project Management role. Key Responsibilities On-Site Project Representation Serve as the primary field representative supporting CLIENT Project Managers

Provide real-time updates, detailed site reports, and progress validation

Proactively escalate risks, delays, or discrepancies

Equipment&Logistics Coordination Act as the point of reference for all incoming gear and materials

Verify deliveries against purchase orders and project schedules

Identify and resolve shipment discrepancies

Coordinate staging, storage, and movement of equipment on site

Schedule&Execution Support Monitor daily field activities against established milestones

Assist in aligning contractors and site teams to prevent delays

Participate in coordination meetings and provide field insight

Documentation&Reporting Maintain accurate logs of equipment receipts, site activity, and issues

Deliver consistent daily/weekly updates to CLIENT PMs

Support punch-list validation and project closeout activities

Qualifications 3+ years of experience in construction, industrial operations, power systems, or field project coordination

Experience managing equipment logistics or material control

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail with the ability to work independently

Comfortable working in active industrial or construction environments

Preferred Prior Assistant PM or Project Coordinator experience

Experience supporting electrical infrastructure or industrial equipment projects

OSHA 10/30 certification

Why Join UGT? Opportunity to work on high-impact industrial projects

Direct exposure to senior project leadership

Clear growth path into Project Management

Work with a team known for operational excellence and accountability