Public Construction Project Manager | Queens, NY

Queens, New York Permanent USD130,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Public Construction Project Manager | Queens, NY with public agency construction experience to oversee ground-up and renovation projects throughout New York City. This role will manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, working closely with agencies such as SCA, NYCHA, MTA, DASNY, DDC, and other public-sector entities.
  • Strong public project backlog
  • Excellent growth opportunity

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established public works general contractor with a strong reputation across the five boroughs. They specialize in agency-funded construction projects, including schools, transportation infrastructure, municipal facilities, affordable housing, and public buildings, with a history of successfully delivering complex projects on behalf of New York City's leading agencies.

Job Description

As a Public Construction Project Manager | Queens, NY you will:

  • Manage public-sector construction projects from award through completion.
  • Maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost controls.
  • Coordinate agency representatives, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
  • Administer contracts, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
  • Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reports.
  • Ensure compliance with agency requirements and project specifications.
  • Monitor project performance, procurement, and risk management activities.
  • Support field teams to ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently.
  • Manage project closeout documentation and final turnover.



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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 Public Construction Project Manager | Queens, NY should have:

  • 5+ years of Project Management experience with a general contractor.
  • Strong experience managing public agency projects in NYC.
  • Experience working with SCA, NYCHA, DDC, DASNY, MTA, Port Authority, or similar agencies.
  • Strong understanding of public bidding, compliance, and contract administration.
  • Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or related software.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organization skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary ($130,000-$160,000+)
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Stable pipeline of publicly funded projects
  • Clear path to Senior Project Manager and Project Executive
  • Exposure to high-profile NYC agency work
  • Long-term career stability with a growing contractor
  • Collaborative leadership team and strong company culture



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Matthew Saddic
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7143523

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Queens
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Matthew Saddic
Job Reference
JN-112026-7143523
 

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