Construction Project Manager Ground-Up Wood Frame Multifamily

We are looking for a driven and experienced Project Manager to lead complex construction and development projects from concept to completion. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-impact initiatives in one of the fastest-growing urban markets in the region.

Client Details

Our client is a leading real estate development and construction management firm headquartered in Newark, NJ. With a diverse portfolio spanning commercial, multifamily, and institutional developments, they are known for transforming urban spaces and delivering projects that reflect long-term value and community impact. Their team culture is dynamic, entrepreneurial, and deeply committed to excellence and sustainability.

Description

• Project Management: Manage the full project lifecycle from planning, budgeting, and scheduling through to execution and close-out

• Team Leadership: Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure seamless project delivery

• Quality Control: Maintain strict control over project scope, cost, schedule, and quality benchmarks

• Budget Oversight: Oversee permitting, procurement, and contract negotiation

• Schedule Management: Anticipate and resolve project-related challenges, ensuring timely decision-making and risk mitigation

• Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements

Profile

• 8+ years of experience managing commercial or mixed-use construction or development projects

• Strong leadership and communication skills with a proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams

• Proficient in project management platforms such as Procore, Primavera, MS Project, or similar

• Deep knowledge of construction methods, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and scheduling

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

• Comfortable managing multiple high-value projects in a fast-paced urban environment

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary: up to 160K (depending on experience)

• Annual performance bonus and profit-sharing potential

• Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) with company match

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Career advancement in a firm with a strong local presence and long-term pipeline of projects

• Supportive leadership, professional development programs, and a collaborative team environment

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.