Lead Project Manager - Public Construction North Jersey

Job Description

Job Description

This North Jersey-based Design-Build General Contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a major institutional construction project. Due to an internal promotion, the company is looking for a proven leader who can successfully manage complex projects, build strong client relationships, and oversee project teams from preconstruction through closeout.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established General Contractor and Construction Manager with decades of success throughout New Jersey. Known for its strong leadership, outstanding employee retention, and diverse project portfolio, the company continues to be one of the region's most recognized builders.

Their work spans multiple market sectors across both public and private construction, providing long-term stability and protection from market fluctuations. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, strong executive support, and clear opportunities for advancement.

Description

The Senior Project Manager will:

• Lead a major construction project from preconstruction through completion
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, consultants, and project stakeholders
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting
• Oversee contracts, procurement, subcontractor management, and project documentation
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, and support staff
• Coordinate design and construction activities to ensure project success
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project controls
• Monitor financial performance and maintain budget objectives
• Identify project risks and implement proactive solutions
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to clients and leadership
• Oversee Quality Assurance and Quality Control efforts
• Ensure successful project closeout and client satisfaction

Profile

The successful Senior Project Manager will have:

• 10+ years of General Contractor or Construction Management experience
• Experience managing large-scale construction projects valued at $30M+
• Institutional, public sector, higher education, healthcare, laboratory, or similar project experience preferred
• Design-Build experience preferred
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills
• Experience leading project teams and mentoring junior staff
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
• Strong understanding of budgeting, scheduling, contracts, and project controls
• Proven leadership, integrity, and professionalism
• Ability to manage complex projects while maintaining strong client relationships

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $117,000 to $143,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead impactful public construction projects in Bloomfield.

Interested? Apply today.The Senior Project Manager will receive:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Cell phone and laptop
• Long-term career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to lead a flagship project
• Stable backlog of public and private construction work
• Strong company culture with exceptional employee tenure
• Long-term security with an established and growing construction organization

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.