Construction Project Manager - Developer/Owners Rep

North Plainfield, New Jersey Permanent USD120,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
A leading commercial real estate developer and general contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to support a $80M Mixed-Use Development project in North Jersey. This role will lead project management, field operations, ensuring schedule, quality, and safety performance, while managing subcontractors and coordinating with key project stakeholders.
  • Opportunity to work on NJ's largest and most high profile projects
  • Flexible leadership, offering hybrid/WFH flexibility!

About Our Client

We are a fully integrated, commercial real estate firm delivering best-in-class multifamily, commercial and industrial developments across the Tristate. Our vertically integrated structure allows us to execute seamlessly across the entire lifecycle of a project-from sourcing and underwriting opportunities to development, construction, and long-term operations. We currently own, operate, and have under construction a diverse portfolio of apartment communities across 14 states, reflecting a disciplined investment strategy and a commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term value creation.

Job Description

Construction Execution & Field Leadership

  • Oversee day-to-day field operations for a large-scale multifamily project from sitework through turnover
  • Coordinate and supervise all onsite subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to specification
  • Drive 3-week lookahead schedules, daily logs, and manpower tracking
  • Ensure sequencing and coordination across trades, including structure, façade/envelope, MEPs, and finishes



Schedule & Production Management

  • Maintain and enforce the project schedule (36-month duration) in coordination with Project Management
  • Identify and proactively mitigate schedule risks or delays
  • Lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings and internal field huddles



Quality Control

  • Enforce company quality standards across all phases of construction
  • Coordinate inspections, punchlists, and turnover procedures
  • Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and local building codes



Safety & Compliance

  • Champion a zero-incident safety culture on site
  • Enforce OSHA standards and company safety protocols
  • Participate in safety meetings, audits, and reporting



Stakeholder Coordination

  • Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and ownership teams
  • Interface with local municipalities, inspectors, and third-party consultants
  • Support owner/client walkthroughs and progress reporting



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required

  • 8+ years of construction experience, with at least 5+ years as a Project Manager on ground-up commercial, industrial, or muiltifamily projects for a Developer or GC
  • Experience with YARDI strongly
  • Strong knowledge of full building lifecycle including sitework, structure, building envelope, and interiors
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills



Preferred

  • Experience with tenet vs landlord contracts
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously on ground up and TI projects (up to $10-20M+)
  • North Jersey / NYC market experience
  • OSHA 30 certification

What's on Offer

  • Base salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000
  • Travel exoense reimbursement
  • Holiday Bonuses
  • Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
  • 6% 401k match



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Project Manager in the property industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Brittany Gaddess
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7056394

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
North Plainfield
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Brittany Gaddess
Job Reference
JN-072026-7056394