Construction Manager

JGM; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Schedule

Additional Insurance Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee day-to-day activities at the AirTrain EWR project in Newark, NJ. The role demands at least 15 years of construction experience and expertise in managing large-scale transit or rail projects. Key responsibilities include managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality while ensuring compliance with regulations. The position also involves coordination with engineering teams and maintaining strong client relationships. Join us to contribute to the future of transportation and construction! Competitive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of construction experience, preferably in transit or rail projects.
• Professional engineering or architectural license preferred.
• Ability to pass background check and badging at EWR Airport.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality of rail transit projects.
• Coordinate engineering and inspections, maintaining client relationships.
• Oversee project teams and ensure compliance with design documents.

Skills

Construction experience

Project management

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (AirTrain EWR Newark, NJ)

Overview

The Construction Manager plays a pivotal role, overseeing day-to-day construction activities, ensuring compliance with construction documents, and coordinating all work impacting existing AirTrain operations. With a focus on safety, quality, and project success, the Construction Manager will be on-site from the agreement through final acceptance, resolving disputes, and claims.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with at least 15 years of construction experience.
• Experience as a project/construction manager on transit, rail, or airport design-build projects (capital construction cost ≥ $100 million).
• Professional engineering, architecture licensing, or construction-related certification preferred.
• Strong electrical experience: medium voltage power distribution systems, gas insulated switchgear (GIS), and PSE&G interface.
• Licenses/Certifications: Professional engineering or architectural license, or relevant construction certification, preferred.
• Other: Familiarity with PANYNJ projects and ability to pass background/badging requirements at EWR Airport.
• Light rail and/or people mover systems including electrical experience / power distribution systems. Some experience working for the actual contractor (not just owner side consulting) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality of rail transit projects.
• Coordinate engineering and inspection services and maintain client and subcontractor relationships.
• Review design documents, perform constructability reviews, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee and manage project teams.
• Interface with owner management teams, and labor resources, and act as owners-representative.
• Review schedules and estimates for accuracy.
• Participate in change order negotiations, including scope creation and independent estimates.
• Coordinate and execute contractor access and protection requests.
• Chair meetings, lead project presentations, and review meeting minutes.
• Review proposals, invoices, requisitions, and purchase orders.
• Visit the project site as needed.
• Experience in planning, scheduling, and project control functions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and present scheduled products independently.
• Experience on major lump sum projects with a direct-hire construction strategy.
• Familiarity with PANYNJ Projects.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant work experience.
• Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Must pass PANYNJ background check and badging.
• Must be able to commute to EWR Airport.

If you meet these requirements and are ready for a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to apply. Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of transportation and construction.

JGM offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and financial security.

Our benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Comprehensive health coverage to ensure employees and their families receive quality healthcare protection.

401(k) Retirement Plan
Competitive retirement savings program with up to 4% company matching, helping employees build long-term financial stability.

Flexible Work Schedule
Empowering employees with the ability to balance work and personal life through adaptable working hours and potential remote work options.

Additional Insurance Benefits
Life insurance to provide financial protection for employees' loved ones
Pet insurance to support employees' furry family members
Paid Time Off
Flexible timeoff to promote work-life balance and employee wellness

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.