Ground-Up General Construction Project Manager - New Jersey

Currently seeking a seasoned Project Manager with hands-on experience managing ground-up general construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This is a pivotal leadership role overseeing all phases of the build while ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule targets are met.

Client Details

This Summit, New Jersey-based GC is a respected, family-owned firm with decades of experience delivering high-quality commercial, mixed-use, and institutional projects throughout the tri-state area. Known for their integrity, technical expertise, and long-standing client relationships, they offer a tight-knit, high-performance culture with a strong pipeline of new work.

Description

• Project Management: Lead all phases of ground-up construction projects ranging from $5M-$50M+ in value

• Team Leadership: Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors from pre-construction through final turnover

• Quality Control: Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and logistics plans

• Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and building codes on-site

• Budget Oversight: Oversee procurement, subcontractor buyouts, and contract administration

• Schedule Management: Track project progress, resolve issues proactively, and report regularly to senior leadership

Profile

• 7-10+ years of experience in general construction with a focus on ground-up commercial or mixed-use projects

• Proven success managing projects from start to finish with full accountability for cost, quality, and schedule

• Deep understanding of construction methods, contract administration, and safety compliance

• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills

• Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam)

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary: up to 150K (depending on experience)

• Annual performance-based bonus potential

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance + gas card

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• Supportive, family-oriented company culture with low turnover and high employee satisfaction

• Opportunities to lead complex, high-profile builds with a growing and reputable firm

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