Project Manager - Ground Up

This Senior Project Manager role offers the opportunity to oversee high-profile ground-up construction projects throughout Brooklyn, leading teams from preconstruction through completion. You'll be the primary point of contact for clients, responsible for schedule, budget, contracts, and overall project performance, with autonomy and executive visibility.

Client Details

A highly regarded, mid-sized general contractor with a strong reputation across New York City, especially Brooklyn, for delivering complex ground-up commercial, multifamily, and institutional projects. The firm is known for its hands-on executive leadership, commitment to quality, and strong relationships with developers, architects, and local agencies. They offer a stable pipeline of negotiated work and empower their senior PMs to lead with confidence.

Description

• Oversee all phases of ground-up construction projects, from precon through closeout

• Lead internal teams and external partners, including architects, consultants, and subcontractors

• Maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and quality standards

• Handle contract administration, change orders, and risk management

• Serve as the face of the project to the client and all major stakeholders

• Conduct regular site visits and lead project meetings

• Report directly to company leadership and mentor junior team members

Profile

• 10+ years of experience in project management with a focus on ground-up commercial or multifamily construction

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex urban job sites and large teams

• Deep understanding of NYC permitting, zoning, inspections, and DOB regulations

• Proficient in construction platforms like Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam

• Strong financial acumen and experience with cost tracking, buyouts, and contract negotiation

• Excellent communicator with leadership presence and a problem-solving mindset

• Prior experience in Brooklyn or borough-based construction preferred

Job Offer

• Competitive six-figure base salary with performance-based bonuses

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

• Full medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

• High-profile projects with well-funded developers

• Leadership role with autonomy and strong executive support

• Clear path to Project Executive or VP of Construction

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