Project Manager - Construction Inspection

GPI / Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Competitive compensation

Leadership development

Job summary

GPI is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Construction Inspection to lead and expand our construction inspection and management practice throughout Central and Northern New Jersey. You will oversee high-profile transportation projects, manage project teams, and develop client relationships from award through completion.

As an employee-owned firm, GPI emphasizes collaboration, growth, and delivering high-quality, safe infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection or construction management.
• Experience managing NJDOT, county, municipal, or other transportation infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.
• NICET Certification, EIT, or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Proven ability to deliver projects with high quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction inspection and management assignments for roadway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Mentor Resident Engineers, construction inspectors, and field staff for project success.
• Serve as primary client contact for NJDOT, counties, municipalities, and other public-sector stakeholders.
• Direct project planning, staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, project specifications, regulatory standards, and safety protocols.
• Review daily inspection reports, project documentation, contractor schedules, and change orders.
• Coordinate with contractors, designers, utilities, and agencies to resolve issues.
• Support business development through client engagement, proposals, interviews, and growth initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to expand CM services throughout New Jersey.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Project management

Education

NICET Certification or EIT or PE license

Job description

GPI is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Construction Inspection to lead and expand our construction inspection and construction management practice throughout Central and Northern New Jersey. This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee high-profile transportation and infrastructure projects while managing project teams, developing client relationships, and driving successful project delivery from award through completion.

At GPI, we believe our success starts with our people. As an employee-owned company, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees are valued, empowered, and supported in achieving both personal and professional success. If you are a collaborative leader looking to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.

GPI is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that has provided planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building systems projects throughout the United States for more than 50 years. Consistently ranked among Engineering News-Record's Top 100 Firms, GPI is recognized for its technical excellence, innovation, and commitment to employee growth. Learn more at www.gpinet.com.

What You'll Do

• Lead construction inspection and construction management assignments for roadway, bridge, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Manage and mentor Resident Engineers, construction inspectors, and field staff to ensure project success and professional development.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, including NJDOT, county agencies, municipalities, and other public-sector stakeholders.
• Direct project planning, staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and overall project performance.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, project specifications, regulatory standards, and safety protocols.
• Review daily inspection reports, project documentation, contractor schedules, and change order requests.
• Coordinate with contractors, designers, utility companies, and agency representatives to resolve project issues efficiently.
• Support business development efforts through client engagement, proposal preparation, interviews, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to expand GPI's construction management services throughout the New Jersey market.

What You’ll Bring

• 8+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection, construction management, or transportation project delivery.
• Experience managing NJDOT, county, municipal, or other transportation infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and motivate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.
• Thorough understanding of roadway, bridge, and transportation construction practices, procedures, and specifications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, budgets, and staff simultaneously.
• NICET Certification, EIT, or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Proven ability to successfully deliver projects while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Why Join GPI?

• Employee-owned company with a strong culture of collaboration and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure projects that improve communities throughout New Jersey.
• Clear opportunities for advancement and leadership development.
• Supportive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and employee success.

Join GPI and help shape the future of transportation infrastructure across New Jersey while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's leading engineering firms.