Project Manager

Elmington; New Jersey; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmington Construction is looking for a Project Manager based in New Jersey to ensure project delivery aligns with plans, budget, and quality standards. This role encompasses managing project startup, subcontractor coordination, and financial projections, while mentoring team members and adhering to company policies.

The ideal candidate should have a 25-year degree in a Construction-related field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years related construction experience working in similar positions.
• Proven track record as a team player and an effective manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage project startup, including obtaining permits and licenses.
• Analyze and scope subcontractor/vendor bids.
• Lead development, planning, and updating of overall project schedule.
• Manage overall closeout process.
• Mentor and train other team members.

Skills

Relational

Mentor & teacher

Professional

Reason & logic

Task focused

Self‑motivated

Exceptional verbal and written communication

Outstanding organizational skills

Education

25-Year Degree in a Construction related program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Project Manager at Elmington Construction, you will deliver projects according to their plans, schedules, budgets, quality expectations, selections and specifications, with the right attitude, courtesy and professionalism as it relates to your team, subcontractors and customers.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Relational
• Mentor & teacher
• Professional
• Reason & logic
• Task focused
• Self‑motivated
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with team members and leadership.
• Outstanding organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and deadlines efficiently.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Leads and models safety as a core guiding principle
• Manages project startup, including obtaining permits and licenses
• Analyzes and scopes subcontractor/vendor bids
• Manages and oversees overall RFI process and tracking log
• Manages and oversees overall submittal process and tracking log
• Leads in development, planning, and updating of overall project schedule
• Prioritizes and expedites material deliveries according to project schedule requirements
• Co‑leads subcontractor schedule coordination meeting with superintendent
• Manages subcontractor COs and subcontractor CO log
• Manages Owner COs and owner CO log
• Creates accurate financial project projections
• Works with SPM/PX to maximize profits & mitigate/resolve financial risks
• Assists superintendent with local AHJ inspection needs
• Manages overall closeout process
• Prioritizes and actively mentors and trains others
• Demonstrates adherence to EC policy and processes and teaches EC policy and processes to new team members
• Works closely with design team, subcontractors, consultants, inspectors and internal clients to develop lasting relationships
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE

• 25‑Year Degree in a Construction related program is preferred, but not required if experience levels are high
• Minimum of 10 years related construction experience working in similar positions
• Proven track record as a team player and an effective manager

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Temperature in the workplace is typically moderate, though the ability to withstand seasonal cold and heat of the outdoors is necessary.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travel may be required dependent upon specific assignments.

Elmington Construction is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Elmington Construction makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.