Senior Construction Project Manager
Direct Hire Opportunity | Advantage Technical
Advantage Technical is partnering with an established commercial construction organization to identify an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager for a direct-hire opportunity in New Jersey.
This role will lead complex construction projects from preconstruction and bid phase through final client acceptance. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, project documentation, field coordination, and client relationships while leading project teams through successful completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex construction projects from award through closeout and final client acceptance.
- Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules, including sequencing of construction activities and milestone tracking.
- Coordinate closely with project owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
- Lead project and construction meetings and prepare clear meeting minutes and follow-up action items.
- Manage project costs, including contracts, change orders, forecasts, cost reports, and budget performance.
- Oversee project safety requirements and support compliance with established safety standards.
- Review, process, track, and report project submittals.
- Prepare, submit, track, and coordinate responses to Requests for Information (RFIs).
- Coordinate subcontractor and supplier activities to maintain schedule and project requirements.
- Review subcontractor progress requisitions and support payment approval processes.
- Provide leadership and direction to project superintendents and assistant project managers.
- Monitor project progress and proactively resolve schedule, cost, quality, and coordination issues.
- Develop, distribute, track, and close out punch-list items.
- Coordinate commissioning activities and preparation of final turnover documentation.
- Maintain strong communication with clients and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure project documentation, financial controls, and reporting remain accurate and current.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of construction project management experience .
- Experience managing complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Strong knowledge of project scheduling, cost control, change management, subcontractor coordination, and construction documentation.
- Proficiency with project management and construction software, ideally including:
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Project
- Sage 300 CRE
- Microsoft Office
- OSHA certification required.
- Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced project environment.
- Professional client-facing presence and strong relationship-management skills.
Employment Details
This is a direct-hire position through Advantage Technical with a well-established commercial construction organization.
Compensation is competitive and based on experience.
The employer offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical plan options
- Dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) with employer match
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
Employment is subject to successful completion of applicable background screening and drug testing.