Job Description
Job DescriptionConstruction Manager
Location: New Jersey
Employment Type: Full-Time
Lead Projects That Shape Communities.
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.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Preferred Experience
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
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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.