Project Manager - NJ

SumCo Eco-Contracting • Jackson Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Project Manager supports the Team Lead, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field crews in completing civil/site and environmental restoration projects safely and efficiently. The role is responsible for overall project performance and serves as the primary company contact for clients at the project level. The Project Manager works with the team to manage budgets, schedules, and resources, and supports the Team Lead with estimating and procurement. Work is split between the office and the field, with regular travel to job sites throughout New England.

The position combines office work with field coordination involving crews, subcontractors, and clients. Projects may involve working in all types of weather when conditions are safe.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in construction and/or environmental restoration, including project management.
• Strong business acumen in project planning, budgeting, and management.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly to job sites throughout New England.

Nice To Haves

• Environmental or Civil Engineering degree preferred.
• Civil/site construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own overall project performance, including safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Support Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field crews so projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Work with the team to monitor budgets, schedules, and resources, and address issues as they arise.
• Review plans, specifications, and permit requirements, and ensure work complies with them.
• Oversee job cost tracking, invoicing, and change orders.
• Travel to job sites throughout New England.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients at the project level.
• Update clients, stakeholders, and the project team on progress, issues, and risks.
• Support the Team Lead in estimating and bidding, including scope, schedule, and risk reviews.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks.
• Support procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for all benefits upon hire.
• Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, 50% employer-paid.
• Dental insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, 100% employer-paid.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4% of wages.
• 15 days of paid time off, plus 10 paid holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Group life insurance.
• Profit-sharing program tied to Project Team results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level