Construction Project Manager (Public) - Central New Jersey

Project Manager

Our client is a respected, family-owned general contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality public and commercial construction projects throughout New Jersey. The company prides itself on its team-first culture, prioritizing integrity, accountability, and strong interpersonal skills, while providing employees with the autonomy to manage projects from start to finish. The organization maintains a collaborative work environment with open communication, shared resources, and direct access to company leadership. Employees are valued for both their technical expertise and their ability to contribute positively to the company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage public and commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects, typically ranging from 5 to 10 active assignments.
• Administer construction contracts and ensure compliance with project requirements and regulations.
• Coordinate project setup, submittals, RFIs, change orders, procurement activities, budgeting, scheduling, and client communications.
• Lead project communication with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, consultants, and municipal stakeholders.
• Partner closely with field Superintendents to ensure successful project execution and timely delivery.
• Monitor project financial performance, forecasting, cost control, and reporting.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting within Procore and other project management systems.
• Participate in project meetings and conduct site visits as needed throughout New Jersey.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to client expectations.

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 Candidate

• 10+ years of project management experience within public construction, commercial construction, or a combination of both.
• Experience managing projects from contract award through closeout.
• Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling, contract administration, procurement, and subcontractor management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with institutional, educational, municipal, healthcare, government, or other public-sector projects is highly desirable.
• Procore experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated professional who can work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.
• Resides within reasonable commuting distance of the Oceanport, NJ area and is comfortable traveling to project sites as needed.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary up to $130,000, depending on experience.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with an immediate hiring need and strong project backlog.
• Opportunity to manage projects independently with direct support from ownership and experienced field teams.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of public and commercial construction projects across New Jersey.
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 4%.
• Medical coverage with employer contribution.
• Dental and other available benefits.
• Family healthcare coverage options available.
• Mileage reimbursement for project-related travel and potential access to company vehicles for jobsite visits.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong tenure and leadership accessibility.
• Long-term growth opportunity within a financially stable and respected construction organization.