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Construction Project Manager

Bisnow
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Long Island City, NY$125k - $155kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Experienced Construction Project Manager sought by SelectLeaders client to oversee high-end NYC construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, coordinating financials, contracts, scheduling, procurement, documentation, and client communications.

Responsibilities

  • Establish, monitor, and manage project budgets throughout the construction lifecycle.
  • Track project costs, commitments, expenditures, and financial forecasts.
  • Review subcontractor invoices and project costs for accuracy and compliance.
  • Manage subcontractor buyout and contract negotiations.
  • Prepare and maintain project financial reports and cost projections.
  • Identify potential cost issues and develop solutions before they impact the project.
  • Prepare, negotiate, and manage change orders with owners, architects, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and key milestones.
  • Coordinate procurement and long-lead materials to support project schedules.
  • Monitor project progress and proactively address schedule concerns.
  • Coordinate with the Superintendent to align overall project objectives with field execution.
  • Identify potential project roadblocks and develop solutions to keep work moving forward.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, owners, architects, designers, consultants, and subcontractors.
  • Provide regular project updates, including schedule, budget, progress, and potential issues.
  • Lead and participate in project meetings.
  • Build and maintain strong professional relationships with project stakeholders.
  • Resolve issues diplomatically while protecting project objectives and company interests.
  • Oversee RFIs, submittals, approvals, and other project documentation.
  • Review plans, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance and contractual compliance.
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to resolve design and construction issues.
  • Ensure project documentation is accurate, current, and organized.
  • Support permitting, inspections, and regulatory requirements as needed.
  • Manage project closeout activities through final completion.
  • Coordinate punch-list completion and final inspections.
  • Ensure required warranties, O&M manuals, closeout documents, and other project deliverables are completed.
  • Support final accounting and contract closeout.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of construction project management experience.
  • NYC construction experience required.
  • Experience managing high-end interior construction projects required.
  • Experience within a general contracting environment strongly preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
  • Strong understanding of construction contracts, budgets, scheduling, procurement, and change orders.
  • Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and working with architects, designers, consultants, and clients.
  • Strong financial and analytical skills, including project forecasting and cost control.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with construction management and project scheduling software; Procore and/or MS Project experience preferred.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Skills

Required:BudgetingCost controlChange managementSchedulingSubcontractor managementCommunication
Nice to have:Procurement

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement benefits
  • Additional company-sponsored benefits
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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