Senior Project Manager

Kintec Search; New Jersey; On-site; USD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Three weeks of paid vacation

Long-term career development with an 0

Job summary

A well-established general contractor in Northern New Jersey is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex interior construction projects.

The role focuses on preconstruction through closeout, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality and client satisfaction. Healthcare projects and occupied environments are highly valued, requiring coordination with diverse teams across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Significant project management experience with a general contractor or construction manager.
• Strong track record delivering commercial interior renovation and fit-out projects.
• Healthcare construction experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working in occupied, phased or technically sensitive environments would be beneficial.
• Thorough understanding of construction contracts, cost control, scheduling and subcontractor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial interior projects from preconstruction and estimating handoff through final completion.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement and overall financial performance.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Oversee subcontractor buyout, scope reviews, change orders, RFIs and submittals.
• Partner closely with Superintendents to resolve field issues and maintain project milestones.
• Lead owner and subcontractor meetings and provide clear project reporting.
• Identify schedule, cost and constructability risks before they affect project delivery.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction.
• Mentor Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers where appropriate.
• Support preconstruction efforts, including constructability reviews, logistics planning and project turnover.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication with senior clients

Leadership

Interior renovations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related

Job description

Salary: Up to $175,000, depending on experience

The Opportunity

A well‑established general contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex interior construction projects throughout Northern New Jersey.

The successful candidate will have a strong background managing commercial interior renovations from preconstruction through closeout. Experience delivering healthcare projects, including hospitals, medical centers, outpatient facilities or other occupied clinical environments, would be particularly valuable.

This is an opportunity to join a stable contractor with a strong regional presence, an established project pipeline and a reputation for successfully delivering technically demanding projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial interior projects from preconstruction and estimating handoff through final completion
• Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement and overall financial performance
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors and internal project teams
• Oversee subcontractor buyout, scope reviews, change orders, RFIs and submittals
• Partner closely with Superintendents to resolve field issues and maintain project milestones
• Lead owner and subcontractor meetings and provide clear project reporting
• Identify schedule, cost and constructability risks before they affect project delivery
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction
• Mentor Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers where appropriate
• Support preconstruction efforts, including constructability reviews, logistics planning and project turnover

Qualifications

• Significant project management experience with a general contractor or construction manager
• Strong track record delivering commercial interior renovation and fit-out projects
• Healthcare construction experience is highly desirable
• Experience working in occupied, phased or technically sensitive environments would be beneficial
• Thorough understanding of construction contracts, cost control, scheduling and subcontractor management
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate confidently with senior clients
• Strong knowledge of the New Jersey and greater New York construction market
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related discipline is preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary up to $175,000, depending on experience
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Long-term career development with an established general contractor
• Opportunity to lead high-profile and technically challenging interior projects

All applications will be handled confidentially.