Construction Project Manager

Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Location: River Edge, NJ

Job Type: Onsite, Full-Time

About the job:

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, client relationships, and project documentation while ensuring successful project delivery. This role requires a proactive leader who can independently manage multiple responsibilities, maintain strong communication with stakeholders, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

Manage assigned construction projects from initiation through completion.

Provide regular project updates and progress reports to company leadership.

Lead Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings and subcontractor coordination meetings.

Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Contract Administration:

Manage the submittal process, ensuring timely review and approval.

Coordinate insurance requirements and subcontractor compliance documentation.

Prepare, review, negotiate, and process change orders.

Administer project contracts and maintain accurate project records.

Financial Management:

Oversee project billing, pay applications, and supporting documentation.

Track project costs and monitor budgets to ensure financial performance.

Identify and address potential cost overruns and budget variances.

Support forecasting and financial reporting activities.

Scheduling & Coordination:

Develop, maintain, and update project schedules.

Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and services.

Ensure project milestones and deadlines are achieved.

Collaborate with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.

Field Operations:

Conduct regular jobsite visits and inspections.

Monitor construction progress, quality standards, and safety compliance.

Resolve field issues and coordinate corrective actions as needed.

Support successful project closeout and turnover activities.

Preconstruction & Team Support:

Assist with estimating and preconstruction efforts.

Develop and review scopes of work.

Prepare and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and bid packages.

Participate in site assessments and project planning activities.

Provide support across multiple departments as business needs require.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.

Approximately 10 years of commercial construction project management experience.

Proven ability to independently manage projects from start to finish.

Strong knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration.

Experience managing submittals, RFIs, change orders, billing, and project documentation.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Self-motivated professional with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Preferred Skills:

Commercial construction project experience.

Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution abilities.

Experience with project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

Knowledge of construction safety standards and best practices.

Ability to build and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Collaborative and Team-Oriented Work Environment