Construction Project Manager, Commercial Interiors

Cobalt Recruitment; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (100%)

Dental & vision insurance

ESOP

Job summary

Cobalt Recruitment is seeking a Construction Project Manager for Commercial Interiors in Newark, NJ. You’ll lead projects end-to-end from estimating to closeout, collaborating with owners, GCs, and field teams. The role is largely office-based with some travel to NYC for meetings.

You will manage budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and ensure compliance with safety standards. A background in construction management and OSHA certifications is required, with room for growth in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction management or general contractor experience.
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and own tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform estimating and project takeoffs, and carry out the full project bidding process
• Build, understand, and maintain project budgets
• Own the RFI process, including maintaining RFI logs
• Assist in the preparation of prime contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders, and manage bonding as needed
• Manage the submittal process and maintain submittal logs
• Build and maintain project schedules, and schedule, hold, and attend project meetings as required
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and project addendums, including CSI cost codes
• Execute and process change orders and change events
• Process vendor/subcontractor invoices and owner/GC billings (AIA applications, lien waivers, etc.)
• Run the punch list, as-built, and closeout process
• Understand insurance requirements and coverage limits, and review contract front-ends for red flags
• Maintain strong working relationships with field personnel, clients, and contractors, and support business development with existing and new accounts
• Uphold project safety in line with OSHA 1926

Skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Ownership & initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Design, or Engineering

Job description

Construction Project Manager, Commercial Interiors (JN -092026-85771) Newark, New Jersey

Salary: USD100000 - USD120000 per annum

Construction Project Manager, Commercial Interiors

Location: Newark, NJ

Job Type: Full-time, in-person

Pay: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

An employee-owned specialty general contractor with a 65-year track record across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic is hiring a Construction Project Manager to run projects end-to-end for banking, corporate, retail, and healthcare clients. You'll own the full project lifecycle, from estimating and bidding through budgets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout, working directly with owners, GCs, and field teams. The role is primarily office-based (roughly 80-85% of the time), with occasional travel into New York City for client meetings on higher-profile projects, expenses covered.

Responsibilities

• Perform estimating and project takeoffs, and carry out the full project bidding process
• Build, understand, and maintain project budgets
• Own the RFI process, including maintaining RFI logs
• Assist in the preparation of prime contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders, and manage bonding as needed
• Manage the submittal process and maintain submittal logs
• Build and maintain project schedules, and schedule, hold, and attend project meetings as required
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and project addendums, including CSI cost codes
• Execute and process change orders and change events
• Process vendor/subcontractor invoices and owner/GC billings (AIA applications, lien waivers, etc.)
• Run the punch list, as-built, and closeout process
• Understand insurance requirements and coverage limits, and review contract front-ends for red flags
• Maintain strong working relationships with field personnel, clients, and contractors, and support business development with existing and new accounts
• Uphold project safety in line with OSHA 1926

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction industry experience (5+ years construction management / general contractor experience preferred)
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and attention-to-detail skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take ownership of assigned tasks
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally

Preferred

• Degree in Construction Management, Design, or Engineering

Compensation and Benefits

• $100,000 - $120,000 per year, with room up to $120,000 for an exceptional candidate
• 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families
• Health savings account
• Cell phone reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career growth opportunities with a stable, employee-owned contractor