Project Management Specialist
The Project Management Specialist at Confidential Client supports project managers in coordinating and tracking complex construction and infrastructure projects. This entry-level role involves developing schedules, budgets, conducting data and variance analysis, preparing reports, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure project objectives are met efficiently. It offers foundational experience in project controls and program management within a global sustainable design and engineering firm.
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Role Description
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Project Management Specialist to support project controls and coordination in Manhattan, NY. This role is a strong fit for recent graduates or early-career professionals who want hands-on experience with scheduling, reporting, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination on engineering, construction, or infrastructure projects.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with development and upkeep of project schedules, budgets, and progress tracking.
- Collect and analyze project data to perform variance and performance assessments.
- Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders highlighting KPIs and status.
- Track deliverables, help resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project objectives and milestones.
- Support implementation of project controls, change-management, and risk-mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather, validate, and update project documentation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, processes, and methodologies within the program controls office.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in project controls, program management, or project management on construction or infrastructure projects (internships and co-op experience count).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to interpret and present complex project data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, teamwork, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Familiarity with project management principles, scheduling tools, budgeting, and performance-measurement metrics.
- Proactive, organized, and eager to learn foundational project and program-management practices.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $56,616 – $89,424 per year (range provided by our client; actual pay will depend on experience, education, project assignment, and location).
- Standard benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, parental leave, disability & life insurance, and optional programs such as tuition reimbursement and wellbeing benefits.
- Early-career training and mentorship to build project controls and PM skills on real engineering projects.
Why Join
- Gain practical experience working with experienced project managers and multidisciplinary teams on meaningful infrastructure and built-environment work.
- Develop core skills in scheduling, reporting, risk management, and program controls that translate across engineering and construction careers.
- Be part of a team committed to professional development, diversity, and sustainable project outcomes.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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