Ground Up Public APM- Newark, NJ

Competitive salary strong project pipeline About Our Client Our client is a well-established, mid-sized general contractor specializing in ground-up public and institutional construction projects throughout New Jersey. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering complex projects for municipal, education, and government clients, leveraging modern construction technologies such as Procore to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and reporting. Job Description Assist the Project Manager in overseeing all phases of ground-up public construction projects from preconstruction through closeout Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project logs using Procore Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and public agencies to ensure alignment with project schedules and requirements Support budgeting, cost tracking, and procurement processes to maintain financial control Help develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved Participate in project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and track action items Ensure compliance with public sector regulations, safety standards, and contract documents Conduct site visits as needed to monitor progress and assist with issue resolution 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. 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. The Successful Applicant 2-5+ years of experience in construction, with a focus on ground-up projects (public sector experience strongly preferred) Hands-on experience supporting projects for municipal, educational, or government clients Proficiency in Procore is required; familiarity with Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar tools is a plus Strong understanding of construction processes including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively with field and office teams in a fast-paced environment What's on Offer Base salary between $90,000 - $115,000, aligned with experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Opportunity to work on high-profile public construction projects in the Newark market Clear path for career advancement into Project Manager roles Exposure to cutting-edge construction technology and strong project delivery practices If you're ready to take the next step in your construction career, apply today to join a team that values excellence and innovation Michael Page