Field Project Manager

South Oxford Management; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical RX

Vision

Employer Paid Life/AD&D

Voluntary Life/AD&D

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Hospital Indemnity Plan

Critical Illness Plan

Legal/ID Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

401(k) w/ Match + Immediate Vesting

Paid Holidays and Time Off

Rent Discount

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Rewards and Recognition

Job summary

South Oxford Management is seeking a Construction Manager based out of New Haven, CT to oversee renovation and capital improvement projects across a 30-property portfolio in CT, NY, and NJ. You will supervise in-house crews and coordinate with contractors, engineers, and consultants to deliver quality builds.

The role requires strong reading of drawings, knowledge of codes, HVAC systems, and Excel proficiency. Travel to sites in CT/NY/NJ is expected as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• BS degree preferred but not required.
• Construction/building maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, building codes and quality standards.
• Understanding of the construction process and trades.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings including civil plans, architecturals and MEP drawings.
• Familiarity with garden-style, mid-rise and high-rise buildings and their mechanical systems.
• Understanding of residential and commercial HVAC systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently.
• Ability to evaluate scope of work to maximize project benefit and ensure complete construction documents.
• Proficient computer and administrative skills with advanced Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and rehabilitation activities from conception to completion.
• Coordinate and direct Contractors and Subcontractors.
• Organize and manage architectural and engineering design consultants.
• Survey and develop technical scopes of work for capital and maintenance projects.
• Obtain and qualify bids for capital projects.
• Troubleshoot construction issues across building types.
• Review and document work progress regularly.
• Prepare internal and external progress and budget reports.
• Schedule project activities and identify efficient methods.
• Negotiate terms and draft contracts, defining scope of work.
• Ensure quality construction standards and proper techniques.
• Report to Senior Management on project requirements.
• Oversee in-house construction crew and daily scheduling.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Read drawings

MS Excel

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project oversight

Reading civil/architectural drawings

Education

BS degree preferred

Job description

Career Opportunities with South Oxford Management

Who We Are
South Oxford Management is a leading full-service property management company with a presence in Texas, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, and Connecticut. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our residents and team members alike. Our owners and leadership team brings extensive industry experience, ensuring that quality and excellence are woven into every facet of our operations—from asset management to leasing. We are passionate about creating positive experiences and believe in putting people first. When you become a part of South Oxford Management, you join a supportive team that values learning, encourages idea sharing, and actively engages in team building and community service activities.

How You Will Contribute

We are seeking an energetic, driven, and reliable individual for a Construction Manager position based out of New Haven, CT. This individual will be responsible for overseeing renovation and capital improvement projects for a portfolio of 30 multi-family apartment communities comprising 7,000 units in CT, NY, and NJ.

Things You Will Do

• Oversee and direct construction and rehabilitation activities from conception to completion.
• Coordinate and direct Contractors and Subcontractors.
• Organize and manage architectural and engineering design consultants.
• Survey and develop technical scopes of work for various capital and maintenance projects.
• Obtain and qualify bids for capital projects.
• Troubleshoot building and construction issues for buildings of various construction types.
• Review and document work progress regularly.
• Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job progress and budget.
• Schedule project activities and identify the most efficient means and methods.
• Negotiate terms of agreements and draft contracts, including defining scope of work.
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
• Report directly to Senior Management and advise on project requirements.
• Oversee in-house construction crew, which includes daily supervision and scheduling.

Things You Need

• BS degree preferred but not required.
• Construction/building maintenance related experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of relevant rules, regulations, building codes, quality standards, building products, and construction details.
• Understanding of the construction process and knowledge of the various trades.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings including civil plans, architecturals and MEP drawings.
• Familiarity with various construction types including garden-style, mid-rise and high-rise buildings, including knowledge of commercial building mechanical systems.
• Understanding of residential and commercial HVAC systems.
• Ability to work both collaboratively with a team and independently to achieve project goals.
• Ability to evaluate scope of work to determine if written to maximize the benefit of the project and ensure the compliance and completeness of construction documents.
• Proficient computer and administrative skills with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Reliable transportation and auto travel to various sites within the CT/NY/NJ area on a daily basis
• Travel outside of CT, NY, and NJ may be required

What We Will Provide You
South Oxford Management LLC provides a range of insurance options and benefits for our full-time team members. Including:

• Base pay of $100K to $120K based on experience
• Medical/Rx
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Critical Illness Plan
• Legal/ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement w/ Match + Immediate Vesting
• Paid Holidays and Time Off (3+ weeks)
• Rent Discount (30%)
• Tuition Reimbursement($2,000/year)
• Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Rewards and Recognition

You’re exceptional. Let us make you feel it. Join our team.

South Oxford Management LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. South Oxford uses E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration, where permitted by state law.

South Oxford Management LLC is committed to providing a workplace that is free from the use, sale, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs and alcohol as well as free from the abusive use of legal drugs or alcohol. All job applicants are required to take and successfully complete a drug and/or alcohol test before they will be permitted to begin employment. Applicants who refuse to take a test or do not cooperate with the test representatives will not be permitted to begin employment. If a test yields a positive result for drugs or alcohol, the Company may withdraw the offer of employment to an applicant where permitted by state law.