Owner's Representative

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Owner’s Representative / Project Manager to oversee all phases of a ground-up luxury high-rise residential tower near Tinton Falls, NJ. This role represents the developer’s interests throughout design, permitting, construction, and close-out. The ideal candidate has strong high-rise/multifamily experience, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage complex, high-end projects with precision and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Owner Representation & Project Oversight

• Serve as the primary liaison between ownership, architects, engineers, GC, contractors, and consultants.
• Ensure all work aligns with the owner’s standards, project goals, schedule, and budget.
• Manage day-to-day project activities, tracking progress, milestone completion, and deliverables.
• Provide on-site presence as required to ensure quality assurance and adherence to contract documents.

Project Management

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, phasing, and logistics for a high-rise environment.
• Identify and mitigate risks; escalate issues proactively with solutions.
• Coordinate design reviews and assess constructability, feasibility, and value-engineering options.

Budgeting & Financial Controls

• Manage full project budget, cost tracking, and cash flow forecasting.
• Review and negotiate change orders, contractor invoices, proposals, and pay apps.
• Maintain detailed project financial reporting for ownership.

Contract Administration

• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts for GC and major subcontractors.
• Ensure all parties comply with contract terms, insurance requirements, and safety policies.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Oversee adherence to building codes, regulations, inspection processes, and high-end quality standards.
• Conduct regular site walks to ensure workmanship meets luxury residential expectations.
• Manage punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover procedures.

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide weekly and monthly project reports, dashboards, and updates.
• Facilitate meetings among ownership, design teams, and construction partners.
• Maintain alignment across all parties and keep the project moving efficiently.

Project Close-Out

• Oversee commissioning, testing, sign-offs, and certificate of occupancy processes.
• Manage close-out documentation, warranties, O&M manuals, and turnover to property management.
• Support post-construction follow-up as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• 7 years of experience in construction management, owner’s rep, or development project management.
• Demonstrated experience with multifamily, condo, hospitality, or luxury high-rise projects.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, high-rise logistics, and building systems.
• Excellent budget, schedule, and contract management skills.
• Ability to represent ownership with professionalism and authority.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Experience working for a developer, luxury builder, or owner’s rep firm.
• Familiarity with New Jersey permitting and coastal development conditions.