Associate Project Manager

About Blank Street

Blank Street aims to become a standout food and beverage brand by turning everyday moments into something special. The company focuses on elevated products, close attention to detail, and creating memorable experiences for its customers. Its growth is powered by the people behind the brand and their commitment to delivering great work every day.

Role Overview

Blank Street is hiring a proactive and highly organized Associate Project Manager to support its Construction team. This person will help manage retail buildouts from the earliest planning stages through project closeout, working closely with timelines, vendors, and internal partners to keep store openings on track. The position is hands-on, based in the Brooklyn, NY office, and reports to the Head of Construction.

What You Will Do

• Keep project trackers, action items, and weekly status updates current so stakeholders can clearly see schedule progress, scope changes, and potential risks.
• Coordinate with architects, general contractors, consultants, and vendors to help ensure deliverables stay on schedule.
• Monitor budgets, commitments, invoices, and change orders, while identifying variances and supporting approval documentation.
• Track long-lead purchases such as equipment, FF&E, and finish packages, including delivery timing and installation readiness.
• Join site visits and punch walks as needed, document outstanding items, and follow up with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to keep work moving.
• Support permitting and municipal coordination by tracking submissions and approvals, and assisting with landlords, permit expediters, agencies, and municipalities, including attending hearings or meetings when necessary.
• Organize and run working sessions, record decisions, and distribute clear action items with due dates.
• Help with punchlist completion, turnover documentation, and closeout materials to support a smooth transition to Facilities and Operations.

Who This Role Suits

This role is a strong fit for someone with a builder’s mindset, strong coordination habits, and a sharp eye for detail. The ideal candidate enjoys bringing spaces to life, manages multiple moving parts comfortably, communicates clearly, and is eager to learn construction processes while improving how projects are delivered.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience supporting construction, facilities, engineering, or another project-based function; internships and co-ops are also acceptable.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle several timelines and stakeholders at once.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for working with cross-functional teams and outside partners.
• Comfort using spreadsheets, documenting processes, and maintaining accurate records.
• Availability to travel to project sites when needed for field support and coordination.

Benefits & Perks

• Annual base salary of $75,000 to $95,000.
• Equity package as part of total compensation.
• 15 days of paid annual leave, in addition to company holidays and sick time.
• Three health plan choices, including full coverage for two employee-only tiers.
• Commuter benefits.
• Parental leave.
• Bereavement leave.
• Access to the Regulars program, offering complimentary coffee, matcha, and other drinks.
• Regular team social outings.
• Free Blank Street swag.

Compensation Note

The stated salary range is provided in good faith and reflects the employer’s expectation for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location, and the range may be updated later.