Project Manager - Construction

French & Parrello Associates; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA, FSA, and DCFSA accounts

401k retirement plans

Paid sick leave / other Paid Time Off

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) seeks an experienced Project Manager to join the Construction Engineering Department in Newark, NJ. The role leads transportation construction projects, coordinating with clients and contractors, and advancing a long-term career at a growing engineering firm.

The successful candidate will oversee documentation, controls, schedules, and progress reporting, while guiding project meetings and client interfaces in office and field settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• New Jersey PE license required.
• Minimum 8 years of construction experience and 2 years of project management.
• Experience performing construction inspection on civil projects.
• AutoCAD and MS Office experience preferred but not required.
• Willing to work in both office and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage project documentation and controls, including pay estimates, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Manage multiple transportation-related construction projects concurrently.
• Review, track, and markup Construction Schedules.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Lead project meetings with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Interface with clients and contractors.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Construction/Eng related

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newark, NJ, US

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Construction Engineering Department in Newark, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished construction professional to manage transportation-related construction projects, coordinate with clients and contractors, and build a long-term career with one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.

Project Manager – Construction

Newark, NJ, US

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Construction Engineering Department in Newark, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished construction professional to manage transportation-related construction projects, coordinate with clients and contractors, and build a long-term career with one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.

Recognized year after year as one of NJBIZ’s Best Places to Work in New Jersey, FPA is committed to creating a culture where talented professionals are empowered to grow, collaborate, and succeed. In 2026, FPA was ranked #49 on Zweig’s Hot Firm List, recognizing the firm among the 100 fastest-growing AEC firms in the United States and Canada. Our continued growth is driven by our investment in our people, technical excellence, and commitment to delivering innovative solutions for the communities we serve.

The successful candidate will have experience managing multiple construction projects and performing construction inspection for civil engineering projects. This individual will oversee project documentation, controls, schedules, and progress reporting.

This role offers the opportunity to lead construction projects in both office and field environments while serving as a primary point of coordination among clients, contractors, and project teams. The Project Manager will lead project meetings, monitor construction progress, and help ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements.

Construction Engineering & Project Experience

FPA’s Construction Engineering Department provides construction management and inspection services for transportation and civil engineering projects.

The Project Manager - Construction will oversee construction-phase activities while applying sound judgement to address project issues and maintain compliance with contract requirements. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to keep multiple assignments progressing efficiently and support successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage project documentation and controls, including pay estimates, submittals, shop drawings, RFI’s, and change orders.
• Manage multiple transportation-related construction projects at once.
• Review, track, and markup Construction Schedules.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Lead project meetings with clients, contractors, and project teams to review progress, address issues, and coordinate next steps.
• Interface with clients and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, and/or Construction/Engineering related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of New Jersey required.
• Minimum of 8 years of construction related experience and 2 years of Project Management experience.
• Experience performing construction inspection on Civil Engineering projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office preferred but not required.
• Candidate should be motivated, organized, and willing to work in the office and field.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

The FPA Difference

Large firms offer scale. FPA offers opportunity.

For more than 50 years, French & Parrello Associates (FPA) has been delivering innovative engineering solutions that shape communities, improve infrastructure, and support regional growth. As an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm, FPA combines the technical capabilities and expertise of a larger organization with the collaboration, accessibility, and personal investment of a close-knit team.

At FPA, engineers are empowered to take ownership of their work, collaborate across disciplines, and experience the full project lifecycle. Your career is not defined by one task or limited to one area of expertise. Instead, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills, work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and develop the experience needed to grow into future engineering leadership roles.

Our multidisciplinary approach allows team members to see the bigger picture, collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines, and understand how their work impacts the communities we serve. We invest in our people through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement because we believe the success of our employees drives the continued success of our firm.

At FPA, you are not just designing infrastructure, you are helping build a growing organization while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement plans. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $110,000 to $150,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, qualifications, and skill set. FPA recognizes and rewards performance through an annual bonus program.