Project Manager

Summary of Position: Project Manager

CMA is seeking Project Managers to serve as a client’s representative overseeing various construction projects from conception through completion in Newark, New Jersey, and the surrounding boroughs.

Compensation will be commensurable with the applicant’s experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of complex and highly visible construction and modernization projects and their clients
• Make decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects. Prepare and/or ensure preparation of schedules for planning, design and construction. Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations
• Provide ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers/superintendents, architects and engineers; routinely interact with client senior managers by giving status updates and conducting walk-throughs
• Participate in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; review and make recommendations on client wide procedures and policies
• Work with architect/engineer of record regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility
• Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action. Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims
• Work with the estimating and project team to buyout the Construction Trades.
• Review and comment on scopes and bid proposals
• Create and manage project budgets using Procore and Excel

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture
• 5 years of full-time experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing all phases of construction work
• Must be proficient in typical construction project software including MS Office, Project, Blue Beam and Procore

Must possess unquestionable personal integrity and a superior reputation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Construction Project Managers: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations