Senior Project Manager

Cross Resource Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cross Resource Group in the New York City area seeks a Senior Project Manager with a strong background in commercial architectural metal and glass construction. You will oversee complex projects from buyout through closeout, managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and vendor coordination while maintaining strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate has 10 years of experience, excellent leadership, and the ability to mentor junior staff while improving project management processes.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience managing commercial architectural glass and metal projects.
• Experience with projects valued from $500K to $10M in NYC.
• Strong coordination with GCs, CMs, architects, and union trades.
• Ability to read architectural drawings, shop drawings, and specs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple architectural metal and glass projects from buyout through completion.
• Develop and maintain milestone schedules and coordinate logistics.
• Review shop drawings and manage submittals and field measurements.
• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors for on-time fabrication and installation.
• Lead client meetings and maintain project documentation.
• Oversee budgets, change orders, RFIs, and cost forecasts.
• Mentor junior project managers and improve PM processes.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Bluebeam

ERP systems

Project scheduling software

Job description

Senior Project Manager — Architectural Metal & Glass

Location: New York City Area

Industry: Architectural Metal & Glass / Commercial Construction

Experience Required: 10 Years

Company Type: Union Contractor

Project Size: $500K–$10M

Company Overview

A woman-owned, union architectural metal and glass fabrication and installation company specializing in high-end, custom projects throughout New York City. The company focuses on custom architectural glass and metal applications, including luxury interiors and select exterior installations.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in commercial architectural metal and glass construction.

This individual will oversee complex, high-end projects ranging from $500K to $10M , managing all aspects of the project lifecycle from buyout through closeout.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, vendors, fabrication, and installation while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role also includes mentoring junior project managers and contributing to the improvement of project management processes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Scheduling

• Manage multiple architectural metal and glass projects from buyout through completion.
• Develop and maintain project milestone schedules.
• Coordinate manpower, deliveries, and installation logistics with Field Supervisors.
• Monitor project progress, identify challenges, and develop solutions.
• Provide project updates during weekly project management meetings.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

Shop Drawings & Submittals

• Review shop drawings for compliance with project specifications and scope.
• Coordinate with drafting teams on drawing revisions and approvals.
• Manage submittals, material samples, and field measurements.
• Ensure approvals are obtained ahead of project deadlines.

Team & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate internal drafting, procurement, production, logistics, field operations, and finance teams.
• Manage communication with outside vendors.
• Ensure materials are fabricated, delivered, and installed in the correct sequence.
• Work closely with field supervisors to support successful installations.

Client Relationships & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project.
• Lead project meetings and maintain detailed meeting minutes.
• Communicate proactively regarding schedules, costs, materials, and potential issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communication records.
• Build strong client relationships that support repeat business.

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage project buyout and budgets.
• Oversee RFIs, change orders, and contract documentation.
• Work with estimating teams to price change orders.
• Manage requisitions and monthly project cost forecasts.
• Monitor project cash flow and financial performance.

Project Closeout

• Oversee punch list completion.
• Coordinate record drawings and closeout documentation.
• Manage final billing and retainage.
• Ensure all project requirements are satisfied before closeout.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers.
• Help improve project management systems, tools, and procedures.
• Support team development and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience managing commercial architectural glass and metal projects, with project values ranging from $500K to $10M.
• Strong experience managing high-end architectural glass and metal interior projects.
• Extensive knowledge of glass and metal materials, fabrication, and installation methods.
• Experience working on commercial construction projects in New York City.
• Experience coordinating with General Contractors (GCs), Construction Managers (CMs), architects, and union trades.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exterior architectural glass experience, including curtain walls, storefronts, and façades.
• Glazing or field installation experience.
• Experience with Acumatica ERP.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture.

Software Skills

• Bluebeam
• Project scheduling software
• ERP systems
• Acumatica (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Health benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to work on landmark, award-winning projects
• Close-knit team environment with professional growth opportunities