On-Site Project Manager

A well-established real estate developer with in-house construction management is seeking an experienced On-Site Project Manager to oversee high-profile commercial interior fit-outs in North New Jersey. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in the field, has worn multiple hats on small-to-mid-sized construction projects, and is ready to take full ownership of project execution.

Client Details

This privately held developer has over 40 years of proven success and is regarded as one of the most respected and well-capitalized firms in the state. With over hundreds of millions of dollars of work awarded in the past year alone, they maintain strong financial backing due to their flawless track record in project delivery. Current projects include multiple high-end interior fit-outs in North New Jersey, including spaces for well-known corporate clients.

Description

• Project Ownership: Act as both Project Manager and Superintendent on-site, taking full day-to-day control of the construction process.

• Team Leadership: Manage all trades and subcontractors throughout interior fit-out projects valued up to $20M.

• Schedule Management: Collaborate with a Senior PM and report project progress and performance regularly.

• Documentation: During pre-construction: distribute drawings to a pre-selected sub list, collect and level bids, and write scopes and contracts.

• Quality Control: Oversee the project through to completion, ensuring timelines, quality, and budget are consistently met.

• Safety Compliance: Maintain a consistent on-site presence and ensure safety, coordination, and productivity.

Profile

• 5-10 years of construction experience, ideally with a focus on interior commercial projects.

• Has managed full scopes of smaller-scale projects rather than large mega-projects.

• Comes from a construction management background and is comfortable running point in the field.

• Highly organized, independent, and comfortable interacting with trades, clients, and senior management.

• A related degree (Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, etc.) is a plus, but not a requirement.

• More important than credentials is someone who is hands-on, dependable, and gets the job done.

Job Offer

• Competitive Base Salary: Up to $130K (depending on experience)

• Annual Bonus: Performance-based

• Healthcare: Full coverage-comprehensive and employer-covered

• Retirement: 401(k) plan

• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks PTO to start

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