Assistant Project Manager- Healthcare (Design and Construction)

About the role

Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D), which now includes Project Management Advisors (PMA), is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support complex healthcare design and construction projects across the New York region. This is an opportunity for a driven, collaborative professional who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, and contributing to projects that directly impact healthcare environments and patient care. Located in New York, NY, on a hybrid basis.

Opportunity

B&D leads the planning, development, and management of the places that shape and strengthen communities—where people live, learn, work, and play. B&D partners with institutions, municipalities, and organizations to shape and deliver complex real estate and capital projects, providing strategic insight and end-to-end advisory services across the full project lifecycle. B&D recently joined forces with Project Management Advisors, bringing together two nationally recognized leaders in program management and real estate advisory services. Together, the combined firm offers expanded capabilities across industries and throughout the full project lifecycle—from early-stage strategy and planning through execution and beyond.

How You’ll Contribute

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of healthcare design and construction projects across multiple phases
• Aid in project-specific tasks to help meet client goals, schedules, budgets, and contractual obligations
• Assist with project-specific tasks to help meet client goals, schedules, budgets, and contractual obligations
• Support pre-construction planning activities, conceptual design analysis, and project documentation efforts
• Cover architectural and engineering drawings, bid documents, and consultant deliverables
• Aid in contract administration activities and support the preparation of contracts, addenda, and project documentation
• Manage permitting coordination and support project teams through regulatory approval processes
• Participate in meetings with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to review project progress and resolve issues
• Maintain project tracking logs, open item lists, schedules, and budget documentation
• Monitor project budgets and schedules, including maintaining web-based project controls and reporting tools
• Observe construction progress and document field conditions, project updates, and safety-related observations
• Support project closeout activities and transition planning efforts

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field
• 3+ years of project management or project coordination experience within healthcare design, construction, or related environments
• Understanding of design and construction processes, project controls, and consultant coordination
• Familiarity with construction documentation, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

What Sets You Apart

This role is ideal for someone who wants to grow beyond basic project coordination and become a trusted contributor within complex healthcare environments. You are proactive, positive, organized, and energized by working closely with clients and project teams to move projects forward. You communicate confidently, build strong working relationships, and bring a high level of accountability to your work. You are intellectually curious, eager to learn, and motivated by opportunities to take on increasing responsibility and professional growth within a collaborative advisory environment.

Why People Choose B&D

• Impactful Mission
• Learning & Growth
• Strong Culture
• Robust Benefits

Apply Today!

To get started, our application process includes a resume, an optional (recommended) cover letter, and a short set of essential questions. We look forward to getting to know you!

Pay Information

The target base annual salary range for this role is currently $70,000-$110,000. Pay scales are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors unique to each candidate, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, relevant education, experience, certifications, candidate abilities, and pay relative to other team members.