Senior Project Manager (Civil Construction)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and holidays

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to high-profile projects inNJ

Collaborative leadership team

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Senior Project Manager for civil construction and site development projects across New Jersey. You will lead from pre-construction planning through closeout, ensuring safety, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of PM experience in civil/utility projects, strong leadership and contract management skills, and proficiency with Procore, Primavera P6, or Viewpoint. This role offers growth within a respected contractor network.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience within civil construction, site development, heavy civil, utilities or infrastructure.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred.
• Proven track record managing large-scale and complex construction projects valued at $5M-$50M+.
• Strong understanding of contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management.
• Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, Viewpoint, HCSS, or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple civil construction projects from award through completion.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and contract compliance.
• Oversee Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and project staff.
• Develop relationships with owners, developers, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Review contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and vendor agreements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Client relationships

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Viewpoint

HCSS

Microsoft Project

Job description

An established and growing construction contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex civil construction and site development projects across New Jersey. This individual will oversee all aspects of project execution, from pre-construction planning through final closeout, while driving safety, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction.

Our client is a highly respected contractor with a strong presence throughout New Jersey, delivering civil construction, site development, utility, infrastructure, and land development projects for both public and private sector clients. Known for their commitment to excellence, safety, and long-term client relationships, they have built a reputation for successfully delivering challenging projects on time and within budget.

Description

• Lead multiple civil construction projects simultaneously, ensuring successful execution from award through completion.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and contract compliance.
• Oversee Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and project support staff.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and vendor agreements.
• Coordinate procurement strategies and resource allocation across projects.
• Monitor project financial performance, including cost control, billing, cash flow, and profitability.
• Identify project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to company safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality control measures.
• Participate in business development efforts, client meetings, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Support estimating and pre-construction teams during bidding and project handoff processes.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to project teams.

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.

Profile

A successful Senior Project Manager (Civil Construction) should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.
• 8+ years of project management experience within civil construction, site development, heavy civil, utilities, infrastructure, or related construction sectors.
• Proven track record managing large-scale and complex construction projects valued at $5M-$50M+.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management.
• Experience utilizing project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, Viewpoint, HCSS, or Microsoft Project.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively lead project teams while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with a focus on project profitability.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or CCM certification is advantageous but not required.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package.
• 401(k) with company contribution or match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle.
• Career advancement opportunities with a growing and financially stable organization.
• Exposure to high-profile civil construction and infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey.
• Collaborative leadership team and strong company culture.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and leadership growth opportunities.