Lead Construction Inspection PM - Transportation Projects

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP

medical/dental/vision plans

paid time off

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) is seeking a Project Manager – Construction Inspection to lead inspection and construction management efforts across Central and North Jersey.

The role focuses on transportation infrastructure projects, managing senior staff and client relationships to deliver projects on schedule and within budget. The successful candidate will bring 8–15+ years of construction inspection/management experience, strong leadership, and NJDOT project familiarity.

Qualifications

• 8–15+ years of construction inspection or construction management experience.
• Prior NJDOT or similar transportation projects strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership and client-facing skills.
• NICET certification, PE license, or EIT preferred.
• Solid understanding of roadway, bridge, and infrastructure construction practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction inspection assignments for roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects.
• Lead, mentor, and oversee Resident Engineers, inspectors, and field staff.
• Serve as the primary client contact for NJDOT, county, and municipal projects.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, specifications, and safety standards.
• Review daily reports, change orders, and contractor progress.
• Support business development, including proposals and client engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Project management

Team mentoring

Budgeting

Scheduling

Quality control

Job description

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) is seeking a Project Manager – Construction Inspection to lead inspection and construction management efforts across Central and North Jersey.

The role focuses on transportation infrastructure projects, managing senior staff and client relationships to deliver projects on schedule and within budget. The successful candidate will bring 8–15+ years of construction inspection/management experience, strong leadership, and NJDOT project familiarity.