Senior Project Manager- Mixed Use/High Rise Buildings

Swinerton • Jersey City, NJ

78d • $180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Overall management of construction project resulting in successful project completion. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing project staff, overseeing assignments, and assisting with hiring project staff. The role involves developing strategies to create a high-performing team through effective training, coaching, mentoring, and providing timely feedback. The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project execution, resource allocation, cost management, and core management procedures. They will own the completion of the project with full or enhanced fee and assist with prime contract negotiations. The Project Manager will also oversee project progress and performance, provide leadership, and regular updates to address issues or opportunities to keep projects moving. They will be the point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle and provide counsel on complex matters. The role includes overseeing job mobilization and start-up processes, ensuring role clarity among project teams, and keeping projects on schedule through effective project management practices. The Project Manager will organize and lead productive project meetings, foster collaboration, and manage conflict. They will oversee project turnover from estimating to project teams, ensuring a positive client experience, manage subcontractor partnerships, and oversee project cost management activities. The Project Manager will provide timely and accurate cost, forecasting, and productivity reporting to management, ensure positive project cash flow, and resolve any cost-related issues. They will develop and oversee the adoption of safety and quality procedures, direct preconstruction services, and participate in business development activities.

Requirements

• Degree in construction related field or equivalent working experience.
• 8+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience managing teams and driving performance of new construction vertical projects over 15 stories.
• Capable of leading pre-construction efforts including cost estimating and scheduling.
• Experience with urban construction sites involving high-rise construction.
• Established relationships with trade partners and city officials in Westchester County, NY.
• Well versed in construction means and methods, contract negotiation, and project management systems.
• Working knowledge of cost control, labor productivity, and cash flow management.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing quality and safety procedures.
• Experience with critical path/scheduling and problem resolution.
• Understanding of insurance programs and risk management procedures.
• Experience with virtual construction technology systems.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project staff and oversee assignments.
• Assist with hiring project staff.
• Develop strategies for a high-performing team through training and mentoring.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution, resource allocation, and cost management.
• Own completion of project with full or enhanced fee.
• Assist with prime contract negotiations.
• Provide leadership and regular updates on project progress.
• Act as point of contact for clients throughout project lifecycle.
• Oversee job mobilization and start-up process.
• Keep projects on schedule through effective management practices.
• Organize and lead productive project meetings.
• Manage subcontractor partnerships and contract execution.
• Oversee project cost management activities including billings and change orders.
• Provide timely and accurate cost and productivity reporting.
• Ensure positive project cash flow and resolve cost-related issues.
• Develop and oversee safety and quality procedures.
• Direct preconstruction services and activities.
• Participate in business development activities.

Benefits

• Robust benefits package to support individual and collective success.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Positive work environment that encourages outstanding performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees