Project Manager | Construction

PEAK CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION•East Windsor, NJ

1d•$90,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

PEAK Construction Corporation is a national design-build leader headquartered in Rosemont, IL, with regional offices in East Windsor, NJ and Charleston–St. George, SC. They specialize in Industrial, Freezer/Cooler, Hospitality, Healthcare, Commercial, and Specialty markets, focusing on building value, trust, and partnerships with a people-first culture. They are seeking a forward-thinking Project Manager to drive operational excellence, build stakeholder trust, and ensure seamless project execution. This role involves leading coordination between the PEAK Team and subcontractors, managing budgets and CPM schedules to deliver projects on time and under budget, and proactively managing procurement to mitigate risks.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
Previous experience with estimating, budget set up, buyout and cost reporting.
Ability to work well, collaboratively, constructively, and productively with others.
Strong problem-solving ability.
Strong decision-making skills and ability to prioritize commitments/challenges against others.
Self-Motivated
Strong leadership skills.
Ability to mentor junior team members.
4-year bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
5 to 10 years of experience managing construction projects – both traditional and design build.
Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. PEAK is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of the day-to-day project execution, ensuring seamless delivery within schedule and budget while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Drive collaboration across project teams to maintain client satisfaction through proactive communication and leadership.
Create opportunities to engage clients and deepen understanding of their needs through events, networking, and relationship-building initiatives.
Play a critical role in the pre-construction phase, defining project budgets, general conditions, and cost allocations.
Ensure financial efficiency and mitigate risks through expertise in bid management and early trade work.
Support monthly financial reviews and maximize project profitability with proactive cost tracking and accurate profit projections.
Drive timely execution of subcontract agreements, ensuring smooth project flow and adherence to schedules.
Oversee project closeout, ensuring timely final completion.
Share responsibility for meeting PEAK’s contractual schedule requirements, participating in the development and maintenance of the Master Project Schedule.
Optimize workflows and guide procurement strategies using Microsoft Project and CPM scheduling techniques.
Secure critical resources and maintain project momentum through leadership in pre-construction, procurement, and execution phases.
Oversee contract execution, RFIs, owner and subcontractor change orders, payment applications, and lien waiver reviews, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to industry best-practices.
Mitigate risks and streamline project execution by reviewing contract documents and shop drawings for potential conflicts and inconsistencies.
Minimize warranty concerns and enhance overall project success through proactive issue resolution and quality control.
Build lasting partnerships by understanding client needs beyond the project scope, fostering strong business relationships through engagement opportunities.
Embody a proactive leadership style, anticipating potential roadblocks and driving solutions before challenges arise.
Ensure operational efficiency and uphold PEAK’s mission values by maintaining a presence on job sites when PEAK subcontractors are on-site.
Reinforce PEAK’s reputation for excellence through timely communication, positive leadership, and ongoing professional development.