Construction Project Manager

New Jersey | Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Projects

Salary for this position is up to $125K DOE.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey.

This opportunity is suited to professionals with strong construction management experience overseeing public-sector water/wastewater and heavy civil projects from pre-construction through delivery.

The successful candidate will play a key role managing project execution, contractor coordination, client communication, scheduling, cost control, and field operations across multiple active projects.

• Coordinate construction activities across multiple projects in both design and construction phases
• Manage project teams and provide overall project leadership
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements
• Oversee contractor performance, construction progress, safety, quality, and compliance
• Manage submittals, RFIs, requisitions, change orders, and project documentation
• Prepare progress reports and maintain direct communication with clients and design teams
• Review contractor payment applications and change order requests
• Track and assess schedule impacts, delays, and budget implications
• Develop and monitor critical path schedules
• Ensure adherence to project-specific construction management plans

• 8+ years of construction/project management experience
• Experience overseeing water/wastewater, heavy civil, or public-sector projects preferred
• Strong understanding of scheduling, safety, quality control, and construction operations
• Experience coordinating with design consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of change order management and cost review processes
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to travel throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas as required

• Established water/wastewater infrastructure projects with a strong general contractor
• Long-term project pipeline across NJ
• Competitive compensation package
• Career growth within a respected construction management firm
• Exposure to complex water/wastewater capital programs

• Projects are located throughout New Jersey. Candidates based in New Jersey or able to travel throughout the region are strongly preferred.