Construction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Manager

Location: New Jersey

Employment Type: Full-Time

A highly respected engineering and construction consulting organization is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the successful delivery of impactful public and private-sector projects throughout New Jersey.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex construction programs, collaborate with top industry professionals, and play a critical role in bringing infrastructure, municipal, commercial, and institutional projects from concept to completion. If you thrive in a leadership role and enjoy managing projects that make a lasting impact, this position offers exceptional growth potential and project exposure.

• Manage high-profile construction projects that directly impact local communities.
• Work alongside engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and public agencies.
• Join a collaborative team that values leadership, innovation, and professional development.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of municipal, infrastructure, commercial, and institutional projects.
• Clear path for career advancement and increased project responsibility.
• Strong company culture focused on teamwork, client service, and project excellence.

• Manage construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, quality, and safety performance.
• Lead project meetings and provide progress updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and construction documents.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify and resolve project issues while maintaining schedule and budget objectives.
• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable codes, regulations, and contract requirements.
• Support client relationships through proactive communication and problem-solving.

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of construction management, owner's representative, project management, or construction administration experience.
• Experience managing commercial, municipal, infrastructure, educational, healthcare, or public-sector projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction contracts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software.

• Municipal and public works projects.
• Infrastructure improvements and capital improvement programs.
• Educational, healthcare, and government facilities.
• Construction administration and inspection services.
• Scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Experience serving as an owner's representative or construction consultant.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Leadership development opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale, community-focused construction projects.
• Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organization.

Construction Manager • Owner's Representative • Project Manager • Construction Administration • Capital Improvement Projects • Public Works • Infrastructure • Municipal Construction • Commercial Construction • Healthcare Construction • Educational Facilities • Scheduling • Budget Management • Primavera P6 • Microsoft Project • Contract Administration • Field Operations • Construction Consulting

If you're passionate about leading projects, building strong client relationships, and delivering successful construction outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career.