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Project Manager - Public Construction Experience - Manhattan

Manhattan, New York Permanent USD150,000 - USD180,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Public Construction Experience - Manhattan to oversee public construction projects from preconstruction through closeout across New York City. This is an opportunity to join a respected public works general contractor with a strong backlog of agency work and a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and institutional projects.
  • Major Public Projects
  • Stable Long-Term Pipeline

About Our Client

Our client is an established public works general contractor specializing in government, education, infrastructure, transportation, and municipal construction projects throughout the NYC metropolitan area. With long-standing relationships across public agencies and authorities, they have built a reputation for quality, safety, and on-time project delivery.

Job Description

A successful Project Manager - Public Construction Experience - Manhattan:

    • Manage public construction projects from award through completion.
    • Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and subcontractor performance.
    • Coordinate with agency representatives, consultants, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
    • Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
    • Monitor project financials, forecasts, billings, and contract compliance.
    • Lead client and project meetings while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
    • Ensure adherence to public agency requirements, safety regulations, and quality standards.
    • Support successful project closeout and turnover.

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 - Public Construction Experience - Manhattan:

    • 5+ years of Project Management experience with a General Contractor.
    • Proven experience managing public works construction projects.
    • Familiarity with SCA, DDC, DASNY, MTA, Port Authority, NYCHA, DEP, or similar agency projects.
    • Strong understanding of public contracts, procurement processes, and prevailing wage requirements.
    • Experience managing multiple stakeholders in highly regulated project environments.
    • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
    • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Base salary up to $180,000+ depending on experience.
  • Annual performance bonus.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company contribution.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays.
  • Long-term career growth with a stable public works contractor.
  • Diverse portfolio of high-profile public infrastructure and institutional projects.
  • Strong pipeline of secured work across NYC and the surrounding region.
Contact
Matthew Saddic
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7057158

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Manhattan
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Matthew Saddic
Job Reference
JN-072026-7057158
 

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