Construction Project Manager

Upward On; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career growth

Training & development

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Team culture

Job summary

Upward On is seeking a Project Manager in the New York City area to lead renovation and REO-related construction projects. The role combines field site visits in Brooklyn with office planning, reporting, and coordination with ownership.

Ideal candidates bring 1–5+ years in construction project management, can read blueprints, and manage multiple projects. Training and mentorship are emphasized in a growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5+ years of construction, renovation, property maintenance, or project management experience.
• Experience with residential, multifamily, REO, rehab, restoration, or general contracting projects is highly preferred.
• Comfortable working both in the field and in the office.
• Ability to read construction plans, scopes of work, and project specifications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-through.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented.
• Valid driver's license a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from initial bid through final completion.
• Visit project sites regularly throughout Brooklyn and surrounding boroughs.
• Conduct site walks and assess project scope, timelines, and requirements.
• Assist with preparing estimates, budgets, and pricing for renovation projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure milestones are met.
• Track project costs and help maintain profitability targets.
• Work closely with ownership on project planning, execution, and reporting.
• Maintain communication with clients, vendors, inspectors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Help identify and resolve issues before they impact project timelines.

Skills

Project management

Construction knowledge

Reading blueprints

Communication

Multi-project handling

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Google Workspace

Procore

Buildertrend

JobTread

Monday.com

Asana

PlanGrid

QuickBooks

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our client is a growing construction company specializing in the renovation, rehabilitation, and management of REO (Real Estate Owned) assets throughout the New York City area. They are seeking a Project Manager who is eager to learn, willing to roll up their sleeves, and excited to grow alongside ownership.

The role is based in South Brooklyn, and requires both working in the office, as well as in the field visiting sites (transportation will be provided - you need a driver's license.)

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone with construction project management experience—or an emerging PM looking to take the next step in their career. The company is willing to train the right individual who demonstrates strong work ethic, accountability, and a genuine desire to learn the business from the ground up.

What You'll Do

• Manage construction projects from initial bid through final completion
• Visit project sites regularly throughout Brooklyn and surrounding boroughs
• Conduct site walks and assess project scope, timelines, and requirements
• Assist with preparing estimates, budgets, and pricing for renovation projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries
• Monitor project schedules and ensure milestones are met
• Track project costs and help maintain profitability targets
• Work closely with ownership on project planning, execution, and reporting
• Maintain communication with clients, vendors, inspectors, and stakeholders
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards
• Help identify and resolve issues before they impact project timelines

What We're Looking For

• 1–5+ years of construction, renovation, property maintenance, or project management experience
• Experience with residential, multifamily, REO, rehab, restoration, or general contracting projects is highly preferred
• Comfortable working both in the field and in the office
• Ability to read construction plans, scopes of work, and project specifications
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and follow-through
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
• Valid driver's license a must
• You will travel all over the tri-state area (company car/reimbursement)
• Willingness to learn and grow within the organization

Software & Technical Skills

Experience with some or all of the following is preferred:

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Google Workspace
• Procore
• Buildertrend
• JobTread
• Monday.com
• Asana
• PlanGrid
• QuickBooks (basic project costing exposure a plus)

Why This Opportunity?

• Direct mentorship from ownership
• Significant opportunity for career advancement
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of construction projects
• Strong training and development environment
• Stable and growing company
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits package
• Team-oriented culture where hard work is recognized and rewarded

If you're looking for a company where you can learn, grow, and build a long-term career in construction project management, we'd love to hear from you.