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13 results for Project Assistant in New York, NY

Project Assistant

Bridgewater, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Project Assistant to support environmental health, safety, and compliance efforts for a well-established company in Bridgewater, NJ. This Long-term Contract position works closely with leadership and field personnel to help maintain regulatory alignment, strengthen safe work practices, and keep critical documentation and reporting organized. The role is well suited for someone who can balance field support, administrative coordination, and day-to-day project priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Support the administration of environmental, health, and safety programs across multiple work locations and help keep procedures current and effective.• Partner with supervisors and field teams to reinforce compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental standards.• Coordinate safety records, tracking information, and related compliance documentation to ensure accurate and accessible files.• Contribute to incident review activities by gathering details, maintaining logs for injuries and near misses, and tracking resolution steps.• Help prepare required safety and environmental reports, compile performance metrics, and organize supporting records for compliance purposes.• Schedule and track training activities• Provide day-to-day coordination and project support for operations teams, including timeline tracking, document scanning, etc.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Assistant Project Manager

Ronkonkoma, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Construction company in the Ronkonkoma area seeks an experienced Assistant Project Manager / APM to join their growing PM team. This role offers plenty of career upside in working with an established and team-oriented department. Your job will have you supporting project managers and ensuring the successful execution of projects from start to finish. As part of a collaborative and dynamic team, you will play a vital role in maintaining efficiency, building client relationships, and contributing to the overall profitability of the company. Responsibilities:• Assist project managers in coordinating schedules, materials, and resources to ensure timely project completion.• Monitor and update project schedules to reflect the status of ongoing activities and milestones.• Facilitate communication between departments, vendors, and clients to align project expectations and deliverables.• Support the management of change orders, including documentation, tracking, and status updates.• Oversee material procurement and coordinate with vendors to meet project requirements and deadlines.• Maintain accurate records of project activities and ensure all documentation is organized and accessible.• Collaborate with estimating and drafting teams to streamline processes and meet project deadlines.• Help manage project close-out activities, including final documentation and ensuring client satisfaction.• Build and nurture client relationships to promote future business opportunities and sales.
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Project Coordinator

Darien, CT
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Project Coordinator to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who can bridge client needs, technical product knowledge, and persuasive solution presentations in a SaaS environment. The role will partner closely with sales and other customer-facing teams to help prospective clients understand platform capabilities and value. Success in this position requires strong communication, curiosity, attention to detail, and confidence working with enterprise software systems. Responsibilities: • Partner with sales colleagues to design and deliver tailored software demonstrations that clearly align product capabilities with client priorities. • Engage prospective customers in discovery conversations to uncover business challenges, operational goals, and solution requirements. • Explain platform advantages in a clear, credible way that addresses questions, reduces uncertainty, and supports informed decision-making. • Keep demonstration environments, sample data, and supporting tools current, well-prepared, and ready for high-quality presentations. • Assist with responses to prospect inquiries by outlining system functionality and articulating how the platform supports business use cases. • Serve as an internal product resource for client-facing teams by sharing practical guidance and functional expertise. • Present software solutions to stakeholders with varying levels of technical and business knowledge, adapting messaging to each audience. • Work collaboratively across teams to strengthen the overall pre-sales experience and improve how solutions are communicated to potential customers.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Office Assistant

Monmouth Junction, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations for a Financial Services organization. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating order, welcoming visitors, and keeping office workflows moving efficiently. The role combines front-desk support, calendar coordination, and general clerical assistance to help the team stay focused and productive. Responsibilities: • Manage front-desk activities by greeting guests, directing visitors, and serving as a detail-oriented first point of contact for the office. • Handle incoming phone calls, respond to routine inquiries, and route messages to the appropriate team members in a timely manner. • Provide day-to-day administrative support through filing, document preparation, data entry, and other general clerical tasks. • Coordinate appointments and maintain calendars to ensure meetings and schedules are organized accurately. • Monitor inventory levels for office materials and replenish supplies to support uninterrupted business operations. • Assist with maintaining an orderly office environment by supporting administrative processes and helping teams with routine requests.
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Project Manager

Union, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Project Manager to oversee construction projects (commercial projects) in Union, NJ from early planning through final delivery. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can coordinate budgets, schedules, contracts, and field execution while maintaining strong communication with clients and project partners. The ideal candidate brings General Contracting industry experience, sound financial judgment, and the ability to guide teams toward successful project outcomes. Responsibilities:· Capable of performing estimating & project takeoffs with no guidance.· Has the ability to carry out the entire project bidding process.· Able to build, understand and maintain a project budget.· Has a complete understanding of the RFI process.· Able to keep & maintain RFI logs.· Able to assist in the preparation of prime contracts, subcontracts & purchase orders.· Understands the difference between a payment bond & a performance bond.· Able to request & execute bonding as needed.· Has a complete understanding of the submittal process.· Capable of maintaining a submittal log.· Knows how to keep & maintain a project schedule.· Schedule, hold & attend project meetings as required by the owner, GC or as the project requires.· Complete understanding of blueprints/drawings· Understands specifications/efficient in finding information in a spec book.· Able to understand the CSI format as they relate to cost codes.· Complete understanding of project addendums.· Able to execute & process change orders & change events.· Able to process invoices from vendors, subcontractors, etc.· Able to process billings to owners and/or General Contractors (AIA., lien waivers, etc.).· Able to perform the punch list process- create & maintain associated list & schedule.· Knows & understands the as-build & closeout process.· Complete understanding of insurance requirements, limits & who should be listed as insured.· Understands local construction tax laws.· Able to read through the front end of contracts & identify red flags or any cautionary items.· Able to maintain working relationships and open lines of communication with field personnel.· Maintain QA/QC on projects.· Able to cultivate sales & new prospective clients/customers.· Has a growing network. Able to maintain & build both customer & contractor relationships.· Understands project safety as it relates to OSHA 1926.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Project Manager

Piscataway, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>medical insurance</li><li>vision</li><li>dental</li><li>paid time off</li><li>401k</li><li>life insurance</li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Develop and manage project plans for fire sprinkler installation projects from kickoff through completion.</li><li>Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure project requirements are understood and executed properly.</li><li>Coordinate project schedules, manpower, equipment, and material procurement to support successful project delivery.</li><li>Work closely with engineering, field personnel, general contractors, and clients to maintain project progress and resolve issues.</li><li>Experience with fire protection or fire sprinkler installations needed</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Project Manager

Central Islip, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Project Manager to lead pool construction and renovation work in Long Island, New York. This role is responsible for guiding projects from initial planning through final completion while keeping timelines, budgets, and quality standards on track. The ideal candidate brings strong field leadership, sound construction knowledge, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects. Responsibilities:• Direct construction and renovation assignments at the same time, ensuring each project moves smoothly from launch to final turnover.• Build and manage project timelines, cost plans, and labor allocation strategies to support efficient execution.• Lead subcontractors, suppliers, site supervisors, and field teams to maintain progress, workmanship standards, and on-time delivery.• Visit job sites regularly to assess construction quality, reinforce safety expectations, and verify that milestones are being met.• Evaluate and authorize purchase requests, contract adjustments, and billing documents with close attention to scope and budget.• Address scheduling challenges, field conflicts, and project risks early to reduce disruption and keep work advancing.• Ensure all project activity aligns with company expectations, applicable building regulations, and established safety practices.• Provide day-to-day leadership to on-site personnel by setting clear direction, monitoring performance, and supporting problem resolution.• Keep organized records such as daily reports, site photographs, permits, and final closeout documentation.• Partner with the sales team during project kickoff to confirm scope, expectations, and a smooth transition into execution.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Associate Project Manager

New York, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Associate Project Manager to support project delivery for commercial real estate initiatives in New York, New York. This is a Contract position with the potential to convert to a permanent role, offering the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to keeping projects on track, documented, and aligned with quality expectations. Responsibilities: • Support the planning and execution of assigned projects by helping manage timelines, deliverables, and day-to-day coordination activities. • Prepare, organize, and maintain project records so documentation remains accurate, current, and readily accessible to stakeholders. • Monitor project activities to help ensure work is performed in accordance with client expectations, company procedures, and established standards. • Partner with internal departments to align project scope, scheduling needs, and operational priorities across the full project lifecycle. • Attend meetings and site visits to track progress, gather updates, and help resolve issues that may affect schedule, quality, or execution. • Contribute to quality oversight by identifying gaps, escalating concerns, and supporting consistent project controls throughout delivery. • Apply industry best practices to project workflows to improve organization, communication, and overall execution. • Assist with initiatives involving space planning, move coordination, or furniture reconfiguration when required by the project. • Provide timely communication to team members and stakeholders regarding milestones, next steps, and project status updates.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Practice Assistant

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Legal Practice Assistant to provide dedicated support to attorneys across multiple legal disciplines. This position is well suited to someone who can manage competing priorities, handle sensitive information with discretion, and produce high-quality work in a deadline-driven setting. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work confidently with both legal documents and client-facing matters. Responsibilities: • Coordinate complex calendars for several attorneys, arrange meetings, and oversee travel, event, and conference scheduling logistics. • Prepare, revise, proofread, and format a variety of legal materials, including agreements, pleadings, and other case or transaction-related documents. • Organize and maintain digital and physical case files using document management platforms to ensure records remain accurate and accessible. • Assist with legal research tasks and compile correspondence, filings, and supporting documentation for attorney review. • Handle administrative processes related to new matters, client intake, expense submissions, and daily practice support activities. • Enter attorney time accurately and provide cross-coverage for colleagues when additional team support is needed. • Foster strong working relationships with clients, attorneys, and internal staff through responsive and courteous communication. • Safeguard confidential information and contribute to an efficient, collaborative team environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Project Accountant to support financial management across a portfolio of architecture and construction-related projects in New York, New York. This role offers strong exposure to project leaders and senior stakeholders, with a focus on budget oversight, financial reporting, and partnership with project teams. The ideal candidate brings excellent communication skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and prior experience working in a project-based services or contractor environment. Responsibilities: • Manage the accounting activities for assigned project portfolios, ensuring costs, billing, and revenue details are recorded accurately and on time. • Partner with project managers to evaluate financial performance, monitor spending against plan, and identify risks or variances that require attention. • Prepare and review project budgets, forecasts, and ongoing financial reports to support informed business decisions. • Lead regular financial discussions with project leadership, presenting updates on project status, profitability, and key accounting metrics. • Work closely with senior leaders, partners, and operational teams to resolve financial questions and maintain alignment on project objectives. • Maintain strong oversight of project data within accounting systems, including support for firms using Deltek or Ajera platforms. • Develop and refine spreadsheet-based analyses and reporting tools to improve visibility into project costs and budget trends.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Personal Assistant

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Personal Assistant to provide day-to-day support for a president of a company in New York, New York. This role focuses on managing schedules, handling communication with professionalism, and keeping important personal obligations on track. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee personal bill payments and track due dates to help ensure all financial obligations are addressed on time.• Manage a dynamic calendar by organizing appointments, reminders, and daily commitments efficiently.• Handle incoming and outgoing communication with discretion, professionalism, and strong attention to detail.• Coordinate meetings and related scheduling logistics to support smooth daily operations.• Monitor upcoming deadlines and provide proactive reminders to keep priorities organized.• Maintain accurate records of appointments, tasks, and recurring responsibilities for easy reference. If this person is you, please apply directly to victoria.iacoviello@roberthalf
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Bridgewater, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Legal Assistant for a long-term contract role with a busy legal team. This is a great fit for someone with at least two years of experience who is organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and able to handle a mix of administrative and legal support tasks. You will assist attorneys, manage documents, and help keep cases and communications organized and running smoothly in a professional, team-focused setting. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Organize and maintain legal files and documents for easy access and accuracy</li><li>Provide general administrative support, including clerical work and correspondence</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines</li><li>Prepare, format, and help submit legal documents and filings</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties in a professional manner</li><li>Assist attorneys with case preparation and document coordination</li><li>Handle sensitive information with care and maintain confidentiality</li><li>Support overall office operations and daily workflow as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Event Assistant

New York, NY
remote
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Event Assistant to support marketing operations and event-related coordination for a Long-term Contract position based in New York, New York. This role focuses on contract administration, vendor communication, payment tracking, and logistical support that helps marketing programs and conferences run smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with internal partners and external vendors in a fast-paced IT software environment. Responsibilities: • Coordinate contract administration for marketing events by partnering with procurement and legal teams to move vendor agreements through required approval workflows. • Communicate with external vendors to gather documentation, confirm terms, and keep event-related activities progressing according to schedule. • Partner with Accounts Payable to monitor invoice status and help ensure payments are issued accurately and on time. • Track departmental credit card activity, maintain organized purchase records, and prepare semi-monthly expense reporting with a high degree of accuracy. • Assist with conference and event logistics, including follow-up on deliverables, timelines, and operational details needed for successful execution. • Work with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership contacts to keep contracting, ordering, and payment milestones on track. • Enter vendor invoice information and support financial documentation processes related to marketing events and programs. • Maintain clear, up-to-date records for contracts, payments, and vendor interactions to support audit readiness and operational consistency.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z