Construction Programs Lead — Associate PM/CM

GFT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Incentive compensation for eligible

Job summary

GFT is seeking an Associate Program Manager / Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY to work on construction projects. This role requires regular attendance in the New York, NY office.

You will manage multiple contracts, coordinate with consultants, contractors, and vendors, review contract documents, monitor scope, schedule and budget, and support decision-making to keep projects on track and delivered to high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field and 8+ years in construction/design roles.
• At least 4 years managing construction projects across multiple phases.
• Strong understanding of contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working on public sector projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction across multiple contracts, from planning through closeout
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to keep projects on track
• Review and interpret contract documents, including plans and specifications
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budget while identifying risks and solutions
• Support decision-making through clear communication and problem solving
• Contribute to both new construction and major renovation projects

Skills

8+ years of experience in construction

4+ years managing construction across\

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

GFT is seeking an Associate Program Manager / Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY to work on construction projects. This role requires regular attendance in the New York, NY office.

You will manage multiple contracts, coordinate with consultants, contractors, and vendors, review contract documents, monitor scope, schedule and budget, and support decision-making to keep projects on track and delivered to high safety and quality standards.