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Level M Recruiting Group

Senior Project Manager

Level M Recruiting Group, Vineland, New Jersey, us, 08361

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We’re seeking an experienced

Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM)

to oversee all aspects of commercial construction projects from pre‑construction through closeout. This role requires strong leadership, organization, and client‑facing skills to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, communication, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management

Lead and coordinate the

project team

including Assistant Project Managers (APMs), Superintendents, Estimating, Procurement, and Accounting.

Conduct

Start Strong / Finish Strong

meetings to align goals, expectations, and lessons learned.

Establish clear

communication cadence

(daily/weekly meetings) and maintain team morale.

Identify high‑risk activities (roofing, demolition, structural steel, etc.) and plan proactively with the Superintendent to mitigate risk.

Promote and reinforce company culture, safety standards, and project excellence.

Client & Stakeholder Relations

Serve as the

primary client contact , building strong relationships through proactive communication and responsiveness (‘TNT Rule: Today, Not Tomorrow’).

Understand client expectations, pain points, and project goals; deliver value‑added solutions and earn referrals or testimonials.

Maintain positive relationships with

design professionals, consultants, and AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction)

to ensure project alignment and compliance.

Represent the company professionally in meetings, site visits, and correspondence.

Pre‑Construction & Contract Management

Review drawings, specifications, and contracts to confirm scope, deliverables, and risks.

Coordinate permit applications, submittals, and required documentation.

Prepare project budgets, manifests, and execution plans.

Support estimating and procurement in subcontractor selection and scope definition.

Participate in value engineering reviews to improve project efficiency and cost.

Scheduling & Execution

Develop, monitor, and update

project schedules

using Primavera or MS Project.

Coordinate milestones and long‑lead items to maintain progress.

Track progress with field supervision; adjust timelines as needed.

Conduct regular

site visits

to evaluate quality, safety, and performance.

Anticipate schedule changes and communicate impacts promptly to stakeholders.

Manage overall project financial health — budgets, change orders, billing, and forecasting.

Review and approve subcontractor and supplier invoices.

Prepare

AIA billings

and client requisitions; ensure timely payments.

Maintain logs for allowances, contingencies, buyouts, and VE savings.

Always “fight for margin” while maintaining trust and transparency.

Negotiate, issue, and manage

subcontracts

and purchase orders.

Ensure full compliance with scope, schedule, and quality standards.

Evaluate subcontractor performance and maintain accountability through documentation.

Manage change orders, backcharges, and field coordination.

Foster a collaborative, solution‑oriented site culture.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain and update project documentation in

Procore, Sage300 , and other platforms.

Track RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change orders.

Ensure all current drawings and specifications are distributed to the field.

Oversee daily/weekly field reports, safety documentation, and punchlists.

Lead closeout process including turnover binders, as‑builts, and commissioning deliverables.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in

Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

(or equivalent experience).

8–10 years minimum

of experience in commercial construction project management.

Proven success managing projects from

$5 M–$50 M+ .

Proficiency with

Procore, Sage300, Bluebeam, MS Project/Primavera , and construction documentation.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Strong understanding of contracts, financial forecasting, and project scheduling.

Commitment to safety, quality, and building lasting client relationships.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Project Management, Management, and Customer Service

Industries: Real Estate and Construction

Benefits: Medical insurance, 401(k)

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