Construction Project Manager - Multi-Family

Construction Project Manager – Multi-Family

About the Opportunity

Join a top ENR-ranked GC/CM as they continue expanding their presence in the Philadelphia market. This is a unique opportunity to take on a key project leadership role within a growing regional office while being backed by the stability, reputation, and resources of a long-standing, nationally respected contractor.

Known for its employee-first culture, strong career development, annual bonus, and profit-sharing program, this firm offers the opportunity to lead high-profile projects while helping build the foundation of its continued growth throughout the Philadelphia region.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale multi-family, student housing, and mixed-use construction projects throughout the Philadelphia area.

This individual will take ownership of projects from preconstruction and subcontractor buyout through execution, closeout, and turnover. The Project Manager will be responsible for financial performance, schedule management, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and overall project delivery while working closely with field leadership and internal project teams.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing ground-up projects valued at $40M–$60M or larger, with prior exposure to multi-family, student housing, mixed-use, residential, hospitality, or other complex commercial construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management and overall delivery of large-scale ground-up construction projects
• Manage projects from preconstruction and turnover through construction, closeout, and final completion
• Take ownership of project budgets, cost reports, forecasts, commitments, billing, change management, and overall financial performance
• Lead subcontractor buyout, scope review, contract execution, procurement, and ongoing subcontractor management
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Lead owner, architect, subcontractor, and internal project meetings
• Partner closely with the Superintendent to manage schedules, logistics, sequencing, manpower considerations, and project execution
• Identify project risks, develop solutions, and proactively resolve issues that could impact cost, schedule, quality, or client satisfaction
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, project documentation, and closeout requirements
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality expectations
• Support and mentor Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other members of the project team
• Provide clear and consistent reporting to senior leadership regarding project status, financial performance, risks, and upcoming milestones

Qualifications

• 7 years of construction experience with a GC/CM, including experience in a Project Manager or comparable project leadership role
• Demonstrated experience managing ground-up construction projects valued at $40M–$60M or larger
• Prior project experience within multi-family, student housing, mixed-use, residential, hospitality, or other large-scale commercial sectors
• Strong understanding of project financials, subcontractor buyout, cost forecasting, change management, scheduling, and contract administration
• Experience leading projects from preconstruction or turnover through closeout and final completion
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, CMiC, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, follow-up, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, design partners, subcontractors, field teams, and internal leadership
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accountability for project performance

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $100,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience
• Annual bonus and profit-sharing program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) and additional company benefits
• Long-term career growth with a respected GC/CM expanding in the Philadelphia market
• Opportunity to lead high-profile multi-family, student housing, mixed-use, and large-scale commercial projects
• Clear runway for continued advancement into Senior Project Manager and broader project leadership opportunities