Construction Project Manager - High-End Residential Construction - Base Salary to 110k/year - Westfield, NJ

Construction Project Manager - High-End Residential Construction - Base Salary to 110k/year - Westfield, NJ

• Our client, a growing residential construction company serving Central New Jersey, is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee high-end residential construction projects including custom home builds, renovations, remodels, and additions.
• This role is responsible for managing projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and ensuring high-quality project execution throughout all phases of construction. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on residential construction experience along with project management experience overseeing luxury or custom residential construction projects.

Responsibilities:

• Manage high-end residential construction projects from preconstruction through final completion
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and day-to-day construction activities
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, inspectors, and homeowners throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead preconstruction planning meetings to address constructability, sequencing, scheduling, and quality control concerns
• Review project drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and estimates
• Solicit bids and assist with estimating and budgeting for custom residential construction projects
• Order and manage project materials, equipment, and deliveries
• Monitor project schedules and identify delays or conflicts while implementing corrective actions
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections to ensure workmanship, safety, and compliance with project specifications
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients regarding project progress, timelines, and expectations
• Coordinate inspections, permits, and municipal requirements as needed
• Document and communicate jobsite incidents, delays, design concerns, and project updates to management
• Maintain project documentation including schedules, change orders, budgets, and daily project activity
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications:

• 3 years of project management experience within residential construction
• Experience managing high-end residential projects including custom homes, renovations, remodels, or additions
• Hands-on field construction experience within residential construction environments
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and construction schedules
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and building practices
• Understanding of construction safety standards and jobsite best practices
• Experience managing multiple phases of construction projects simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between office locations and active job sites throughout Central New Jersey
• Ability to navigate active construction jobsites in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 90k – 110k/year range
• Vehicle allowance and gas card
• PTO
• Health benefit options

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