Project Manager - Residential

Wright Resources; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction projects. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, enforcing quality standards, and coordinating with subcontractors. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-family wood frame construction, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role may require navigating construction sites and lifting materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience on ground up multi-family wood frame construction.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a construction project.
• Establish construction goals and monitor operations.
• Consult with architects and engineers on design issues.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Thorough understanding of contracts and regulations

Ability to multitask

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Objectives: Manage all aspects of a construction project. Direct work progress of superintendents and other support staff. Establish construction goals and monitor construction operations. Coordinate all of those involved in the construction process from land development through project closeout to deliver project on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Serve as authority on construction methods and materials, construction standards, and company construction policies and procedures.
• Know performance criteria, scopes of work, and construction standards for each of the subcontractor trades.
• Enforce standard methods of construction, quality standards, and operating and control procedure for all the various aspects of construction.
• Establish and manage project schedules that are consistent with project completion dates imposed by contract agreement or by owner.
• Establish a firm understanding of budget and cost structure for all projects.
• Suggest changes in construction procedures to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Consult with architects, engineers, designers, and other company personnel regarding project design issues that impact project timeline and budget.
• Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with superintendents and other support personnel to monitor project performance.
• Attend regularly scheduled meeting with upper management to report on project performance.
• Monitor and enforce company safety program.
• Regularly monitor, record and maintain SWPPP reports.
• Maintain a good operating relationship with architects, engineers, municipal authorities, subcontractors, employees, and material suppliers.
• Maintain good current understanding of surveying principals and practices, scheduling methods, and accounting and other business practices.
• Give final approval on all change orders.
• Use established supervisory and motivational techniques to motivate all employees, suppliers, subcontractors to peak performance in quantity as well as quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience on ground up multi-family wood frame construction.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Professionalism – approaches others in tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Quality – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.
• Quantity – meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety – observes safety procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
• Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
• Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• May require travel
• Exposure to characteristic construction site conditions