Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Our client is a well-established national general contractor with a strong presence across the Northeast and a growing portfolio of complex commercial construction projects throughout New Jersey.

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They are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their team in Rahway, NJ. This position will play a key role in managing projects from preconstruction through completion while working closely with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and field leadership.

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This opportunity is well-suited for a Senior PM who is comfortable taking ownership of large-scale projects, managing project teams, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

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Project & Market Focus:

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• Ground-up and large-scale commercial construction
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• Healthcare, senior living, multifamily, and other complex commercial projects
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• Projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding Northeast market
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• Strong focus on quality, schedule, budget, and client relationships
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Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead projects from preconstruction through final completion
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• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and overall project plans
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• Manage subcontractor procurement, buyout, and contract administration
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• Review and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
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• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field leadership throughout construction
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• Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors
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• Monitor project costs, schedule performance, and overall execution
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• Identify and resolve project issues while maintaining project objectives
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• Lead project meetings and communicate regularly with internal leadership and clients
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• Mentor and support Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and other team members
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Qualifications:

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• 8+ years of experience in commercial construction project management
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• Strong background managing ground-up construction projects
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• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion
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• Strong understanding of project budgets, schedules, contracts, and cost control
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• Experience managing subcontractors and project teams
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• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
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• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
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Why Join Our Client?

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• Opportunity to join a growing national construction organization
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• Strong project pipeline throughout the New Jersey market
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• Exposure to complex, high-profile construction projects
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• Collaborative environment with experienced leadership
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• Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement
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• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
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