Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager – Heavy Civil / Highway Construction

Location: Hamilton, NJ
Salary Range: $130,000 – $165,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Experience Level: 7–10 Years

About the Opportunity

An established New Jersey-based heavy civil construction contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to join its team.

The company specializes in heavy highway and bridge construction, pile foundations, concrete construction, sitework, excavation, emergency maintenance, and marine construction.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex heavy civil construction projects, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to oversee projects from preconstruction planning through final completion.

Candidates should be centrally located in New Jersey, with convenient access to construction contracts throughout North, Central, and South New Jersey.

Position Summary

The Construction Project Manager will provide overall management and oversight of detailed and complex construction projects, ensuring successful execution across scope, safety, quality, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction.

This individual will be responsible for project planning, procurement, resource coordination, subcontractor management, client communication, and project closeout. The Project Manager will work closely with field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Establish and initiate projects in a timely manner, reviewing contracts, specifications, drawings, and other project documents to determine construction requirements and develop execution plans.

Manage overall project performance, including scope, safety, quality, schedule, cost, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Lead project initiation and planning activities, providing direction and coordination to project teams.

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, establishing and managing expectations regarding project performance and progress.

Monitor project execution, identify potential risks and challenges, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Report project status, progress, and performance metrics to executive management.

Ensure compliance with internal project management procedures, safety standards, and applicable construction regulations.

Manage and coordinate vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to ensure work is performed within scope, schedule, and quality requirements.

Maintain accurate and consistent project documentation, including submittal logs, schedules, reports, and related records.

Provide project updates, schedules, and reports to management and clients as required.

Coordinate project resources and support field teams to ensure efficient project execution.

Ensure all team members receive appropriate safety training and have the necessary safety equipment.

Oversee project activities from preconstruction and procurement through execution, completion, and closeout.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

7–10 years of construction project management experience.

Strong background in heavy civil, heavy highway, bridge, or infrastructure construction.

Thorough understanding of construction industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project execution.

Experience managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, vendors, and construction teams.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, specifications, and project documentation.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple project activities efficiently.

Ability to lead meetings, coordinate stakeholders, and make effective project decisions.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Adaptability to changing project requirements, competing priorities, delays, and unforeseen challenges.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a proactive and results-driven Construction Project Manager with a strong background in heavy civil and highway construction.

This individual should demonstrate excellent project leadership, planning, and organizational skills, along with the ability to manage complex projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, and drive successful project outcomes.

Candidates should be centrally based in New Jersey and able to travel to project sites across North, Central, and South New Jersey.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $130,000 – $165,000, commensurate with experience.

Full-time employment.

Opportunity to work on complex heavy civil and infrastructure projects.

Professional growth and career development opportunities.