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Construction Project Manager- Public Works - New York, NY

Manhattan, New York Permanent USD120,000 - USD165,000 per year View Job Description
We're looking for a motivated Construction Project Manager to oversee public works and commercial construction projects throughout New York City. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing General Contractor delivering meaningful projects that directly impact local communities while offering strong career growth and long-term stability.
  • Strong Benefits
  • Steady Project Pipeline

About Our Client

Our client is an established General Contractor specializing in public sector and commercial construction projects across NYC. With a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and successful project delivery, they provide employees with the resources, support, and autonomy needed to excel.

Job Description

    • Manage public works and commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
    • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost controls
    • Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, architects, agencies, and client stakeholders
    • Lead RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation
    • Monitor project progress and proactively resolve challenges
    • Conduct client and stakeholder meetings, providing regular project updates
    • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
    • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards

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

A successful 'Project Manager' should have:

    • 5+ years of Project Management experience with a General Contractor
    • Strong experience managing public works, municipal, institutional, educational, or government-funded projects
    • Knowledge of public bidding, procurement processes, and contract administration
    • Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and project teams
    • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
    • Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software
    • Organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach to project delivery



What's on Offer

    • Competitive base salary (depending on experience)
    • Comprehensive benefits package
    • Opportunity to work on impactful public projects throughout NYC
    • Strong pipeline of secured work and long-term career stability
    • Clear path for advancement into Senior Project Management and leadership roles
    • Supportive and collaborative team environment
    • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of commercial and public-sector projects



Contact
Hailey Riera
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7128826

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Manhattan
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hailey Riera
Job Reference
JN-102026-7128826
 

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