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Project Manager - Construction - Manhattan

Manhattan, New York Permanent USD160,000 - USD210,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Construction - Manhattan to lead large-scale ground-up multifamily developments, including market-rate and affordable housing projects valued at $100M+. This role will oversee projects from preconstruction through closeout, with responsibility for budgets, schedules, procurement, subcontractor management, and overall project delivery.
  • Lead major $100M+ NYC developments
  • Manage high-profile ground-up multifamily projects

About Our Client

Our client is an established New York City General Contractor specializing in large-scale ground-up multifamily, affordable housing, market-rate residential, and mixed-use construction. They offer a strong pipeline of complex projects throughout NYC and long-term opportunities for experienced professionals looking to take ownership of major developments.

Job Description

As a Project Manager - Construction - Manhattan, you will be responsible for:

  • Managing large-scale ground-up multifamily projects from preconstruction through completion
  • Overseeing residential developments valued at $100M+
  • Developing and maintaining project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost reports
  • Managing subcontractor buyouts, contracts, procurement, and long-lead materials
  • Coordinating architects, engineers, consultants, ownership teams, and subcontractors
  • Reviewing and processing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
  • Leading owner, architect, subcontractor, and internal project meetings
  • Monitoring project costs and maintaining strong financial controls
  • Collaborating closely with Superintendents to drive successful field execution
  • Tracking critical-path activities and ensuring key milestones are achieved
  • Identifying project risks and implementing proactive solutions
  • Coordinating inspections, agency approvals, punch lists, and turnover
  • Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality 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.

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

The successful candidate will have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
  • 7+ years of construction experience with significant Project Management responsibility
  • Extensive ground-up multifamily construction experience
  • Experience with market-rate multifamily and/or affordable housing developments
  • Proven experience working on large-scale projects valued at $100M+
  • Strong understanding of ground-up construction from sitework and foundations through interiors and turnover
  • Strong budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and cost control experience
  • Experience managing subcontractor buyouts, procurement, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings
  • Proven ability to coordinate large project teams and multiple subcontractors
  • Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management software
  • Excellent leadership, client-facing, communication, and problem-solving skills



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary: $160,000 - $210,000+
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Commuter benefits or vehicle allowance
  • Stable pipeline of $100M+ ground-up multifamily developments
  • Opportunity to manage major market-rate and affordable housing projects
  • Exposure to complex, large-scale NYC residential construction
  • Opportunity to take ownership of projects from preconstruction through turnover
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Clear advancement path into Senior Project Manager and Project Executive positions
  • Long-term career stability with an established NYC General Contractor
  • Collaborative environment with experienced field and project management teams
  • Opportunity to work on some of New York City's most significant residential developments



Apply today to join a leading NYC General Contractor as a Project Manager - Construction - Manhattan and take ownership of $100M+ ground-up market-rate and affordable housing developments throughout New York City.

Contact
Jorge Mora
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7123709

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Manhattan
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jorge Mora
Job Reference
JN-102026-7123709
 

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