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Construction Project Manager

Robert Half

Westfield, NJ 07091 • $95,000 to $115,000 / yr • 10/17/2026

Job Description

Job Description
We are looking for a Project Manager to support construction projects from preconstruction planning through closeout. This role is suited for an organized individual who can manage budgets, schedules, documentation, and communication across multiple stakeholders while keeping projects moving forward. The ideal candidate brings hands-on construction industry experience, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to oversee bidding, contract administration, and project controls with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:
• Lead quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, and bid preparation activities independently to support accurate project pursuit and planning.
• Develop, track, and adjust project budgets, cost codes, and financial records to maintain visibility into project performance.
• Coordinate contract-related documentation, including prime agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and bonding requirements when applicable.
• Manage submittals, change events, change orders, invoices, owner billings, lien documentation, and other project administration deliverables.
• Build and maintain project schedules, organize required meetings, and communicate updates with owners, general contractors, field teams, and other partners.
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract front-end documents to identify scope details, risk items, and compliance considerations.
• Oversee punch list completion, as-built documentation, and closeout activities to ensure projects are finalized accurately and on time.
• Support quality assurance, quality control, safety awareness, and strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and trade partners.
• Contribute to business growth by strengthening existing customer relationships and helping identify new project opportunities.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction project coordination, estimating, project management, or a related project analyst function.

• Demonstrated knowledge of construction documents, plans, specifications, scheduling, estimating, and pre-construction processes.

• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems effectively, and maintain a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced setting.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across office and field teams.

• Willingness to take ownership of assigned work and operate with sound judgment and initiative.

• Familiarity with construction contract administration, billing processes, change management, and project closeout procedures.

• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications are preferred.

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Design, or a related field is a plus.

Benefits:

  • PTO
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision