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Job Title


Senior Project Manager


Company : GPAC


Location : West Orange, NJ


Created : 2024-09-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

One of the area's most highly respected General Contractors is seeking a Project Manager to join their growing team. This is an award-winning, financially strong company with a long history of excellence in construction.The Project Manager provides the overall leadership for the execution of successful outcomes on Commercial Construction projects. The Project Manager leads the project team with a focus on the customer, utilizing open communication, setting clear direction, and establishing high levels of expectations.This position requires passion, dedication, and a strong sense of accountability with the ability to align with the executive team to optimize growth potential and contribute to the strategic objectives of the Company.Project Manager Responsibilities: Collaborate with Estimating during the Preconstruction phaseRead and Interpret Construction Plans and SpecificationsMentor less experienced Project Management staff on the daily duties required to effectively manage a construction projectWork with your Team's existing Owners, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors to establish long-term relationships to identify and obtain future project opportunitiesOversee the Subcontractor and Vendor procurement by supervising the completion of buyout, scope of work review, contract writing, insurance and bonding reviews, etc.Guide the research and recommendation of resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts and errorsManage the Team that processes all Submittals, RFI's, Change Order Proposals, Owner Billings, Time Sheet Management, Subcontractor/Vendor Billings, Monthly Reports, etc.Ensure the preparation of timely Owner Billings via the verification of work-in-place quantities/billings from Subcontractors and SuppliersVerify the production of accurate monthly cost projections which forecast total estimated costs at completionOversight of the creation and monitoring of Project Schedules and production of progress updatesQualifications Bachelor's degrees in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred. Applicants with relevant certifications or equivalent experience will also be considered5 years experience managing commercial/light industrial projectsBroad knowledge of building systems and construction methodsStrong financial management skills and the ability to independently manage all aspects of a project from start to finishCompensation/Benefits: Industry-leading compensation and complete benefits packageLucrative bonus planPositive company culture and work/life balanceIf you are interested in this position apply online or submit your resume and project list to heather.mcgurn@All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.