Head of Project Management (Construction)

Overview At ARC, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We’re a collaborative team dedicated to building not only structures but also a positive, engaging workplace culture. Our mission goes beyond construction; Who You Are You're a proven leader in the field with a passion for getting things done right the first time. You thrive in fast-moving commercial, mixed-use, and multi-family construction project environments and take pride in running a clean, organized, and safe jobsite. You understand how to motivate subcontractors, manage shifting priorities, and keep a project moving forward—without sacrificing quality or professionalism. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead onsite operations for upcoming commercial construction projects scheduled to begin this summer. This is a long-term opportunity for a highly organized, hands-on leader who knows how to keep crews moving, subcontractors aligned, and quality standards high. If you’re confident running complex builds from the ground up—working in fast-paced commercial environments and coordinating multiple trades—you’ll thrive in this role. This position requires regular travel within the New Jersey and Philadelphia regions.

Key Responsibilities Field Leadership & Supervision Lead all onsite construction activities and ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.

Foster a positive, respectful jobsite environment among subcontractors, vendors, and team members.

Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for project teams, inspectors, and stakeholders.

Schedule & Progress Management Develop and maintain short-term lookahead schedules in alignment with the overall project timeline.

Coordinate inspections and ensure adherence to all code, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Quality & Compliance Ensure all work meets design intent, quality standards, and technical specifications.

Review shop drawings, submittals, and field conditions to resolve constructability issues.

Maintain cleanliness and organization across the jobsite in line with safety and performance standards.

Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination Review scopes of work and hold subcontractors accountable to performance expectations and project deliverables.

Communication & Documentation Maintain accurate daily field reports, logs, and jobsite documentation.

Work closely with the Project Manager to communicate progress, budget implications, and manpower needs.

Support project close-out by leading punch list efforts, coordinating inspections, and collecting as-built information.

Qualifications 5–8+ years of project management, or construction management experience in commercial, multi-family, and mixed-use building projects.

Regular travel within the northern New Jersey and Philadelphia regions.

Strong knowledge of construction documents, scopes of work, and subcontractor coordination.

Ability to manage project schedules and field operations with minimal supervision.

Familiarity with logistics and inspections on multi-trade commercial sites.

Experience using or willingness to learn platforms like Bluebeam, Procore, and Microsoft Project.

Auto allowance and fuel card provided.

Competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Core Foundations Integrity Be unexpectedly bold; Be of Service Offer experience and skills wherever it adds value with consultative collaboration & humility | Strive for more than satisfaction, strive for loyalty | Whether it is a client, community partner, their goals are our goals; Candidates should apply directly on our website at: