Project Manager (Retail)

JRM Construction Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking a Project Manager in New York City. This role involves overseeing project activities, ensuring budget compliance, and coordinating with various teams. The ideal candidate has at least three years of relevant experience and strong leadership skills. The annual salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000, depending on experience and market factors. This is a full-time role focused on managing complex projects and client relations.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience in interior, high-end commercial general contracting.
• Proven record of managing complex projects in occupied spaces.
• 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all project activities and personnel.
• Coordinate with the Estimating Department during pre-construction.
• Monitor project budget and minimize expenses.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client relations

Ability to read construction plans

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Timberline

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Manager is a key figure of the project team, responsible for the overall success of a project. The incumbent must possess excellent leadership skills, as well as be able to successfully set, observe and re-evaluate project priorities frequently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing the efforts of all project activities and personnel.
• Coordinate with Estimating Department to formulate award schedule for trades during pre-construction.
• Acquire a thorough understanding of project requirements and objectives; review all project documents, including drawings, specifications, contracts, scope of work, and construction schedule.
• Coordinate and facilitate both internal and building kick-off meetings with all key participants.
• Prepare and issue project documents including progress reports, detailed project schedule updates, and financial/budget updates.
• Initiate periodic meetings and other forms of communication with project team members and/or client as appropriate, to acquaint them with unresolved problems and to ensure an adequate degree of coordination as needed between disciplines.
• Forecast and track the amount of labor, managerial and material costs necessary to complete a project.
• Perform project status reviews by monitoring project schedule, submittal/RFI logs and open items.
• Monitor project scope for changes affecting budget and/or schedule; identify cause, advise client, and negotiate changes in fee as appropriate.
• Manage project budget, minimize, and track expenses; provide finance reporting as needed.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, monitor receivables for project as well as subcontractor pay schedule.
• Ensure subcontractors provide certificates of insurance that meet contractual requirements prior to mobilization.
• Ensure punchlist completion and Department of Buildings sign off.
• Organize and deliver project close‑out/As‑Built documents.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience, preferably in interior, high‑end commercial general contracting.
• Must have a proven record of managing complex projects in occupied spaces.
• Must have strong client relations skills and a collaborative disposition.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications.
• 10‑Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certification is a plus but not required.
• 4‑Hour Supported Scaffold User Certification is a plus but not required.

Computer Systems

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore (preferred but not required), and Timberline (preferred but not required).

Salary Information

• To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary range for this role is $140,000 - $170,000.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Construction