Senior Construction Project Manager

Michael Page; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead and manage various projects. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a passion for mentorship and team building. This role offers a competitive salary with the potential for growth and leadership opportunities.

Benefits

Fractional equity/stock ownership after one year

401(k) contributions via profit sharing

20 days of PTO + 10 paid holidays

Health insurance reimbursement

Optional short- and long-term disability coverage

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in construction.
• Background in healthcare, education, or occupied space projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex renovations and ground-up builds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Oversee scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and site logistics.
• Mentor junior staff and build a project management team.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Safety Compliance

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Are you ready to take the reins and build something from the ground up? This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned Senior Project Manager to step into a leadership role with a growing firm and lay the foundation for a future team.

Our client is a rapidly growing construction management firm based in North New Jersey. With a strong vision and early success, they're positioning themselves as a trusted name in urban development and complex renovation projects. This is a ground-floor opportunity to join a firm that's on the rise, with real potential to shape its future.

Description

Project Management: Lead and manage construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring timely, on-budget, and high-quality delivery.

Schedule Management: Oversee scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and site logistics, especially in occupied and urban environments.

Team Leadership: Coordinate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Safety Compliance: Develop and implement safety, quality, and compliance protocols across all phases.

Mentorship: Mentor junior staff and, over time, build and lead a project management team.

Project Delivery: Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and help drive strategic project decisions.

Profile

5+ years of project management experience in construction, with a strong background in healthcare, education, residential, or other occupied space projects.

Proven ability to manage complex renovations and ground-up builds in urban or logistically challenging environments.

Strong leadership and communication skills; capable of being the face of the project and making tough decisions under pressure.

Entrepreneurial mindset-someone excited by the opportunity to grow with a company and take ownership of its future success.

Local or willing to travel to East Hanover, New Jersey area.

Job Offer

Competitive base salary: up to 170K (based on experience)

Fractional equity/stock ownership after one year of continuous service

401(k) contributions via profit sharing

20 days of PTO + 10 paid holidays

Health insurance reimbursement

Optional short- and long-term disability coverage

A chance to build a team, shape a company, and grow into a true leadership position

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Building Construction

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