Project Manager: High-Rise Residential

GH Engage · Jersey City, New Jersey

FULL TIME

Job Description

Project Manager Opportunity | Hudson County, NJ

We are partnering with a well-established Tri-State General Contractor with a family-led, developer-builder approach and a strong track record delivering ground-up high-rise residential developments throughout the region.

With a growing pipeline of work concentrated in Hudson County, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of a ground-up high-rise residential project.

Location

Hudson County, NJ Project Type: Ground-Up High-Rise Residential

This role is ideal for a hands-on builder from a GC background with 5-10 years of experience managing ground-up residential projects.

The successful candidate will act as the operational lead on the project, working closely with Executive Leadership, Superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and ownership teams to drive successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

✔ Full lifecycle project delivery from preconstruction through closeout

✔ Ownership of budgeting, forecasting, cost control & buyout processes

✔ Management of CPM schedules, sequencing & two-week look-aheads

✔ Oversight of subcontractor procurement, coordination & performance

✔ Leadership of Project Engineers, APMs & field teams

✔ Management of RFIs, submittals, change orders & client reporting

✔ Oversight of safety, quality control & compliance standards

✔ Client-facing leadership throughout all project phases

✔ Close coordination with field operations to maintain schedule and productivity

Requirements

▪ 5-10 years of construction management experience

▪ Proven experience delivering ground-up high-rise residential projects

▪ GC background required

▪ Strong understanding of NJ/Tri-State construction operations and logistics

▪ Ability to lead both office and field teams effectively

▪ Proficiency with scheduling, cost reporting & construction management software

▪ Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability

What's on offer

Pipeline of ground-up residential projects in New Jersey

High level of ownership and autonomy

Family-led business with a stable leadership team and strong regional reputation

Collaborative, hands-on company culture

Opportunity to play a key role in complex urban developments

Apply directly or message me confidentially for additional information.

Company	GH Engage
Location	Jersey City, New Jersey
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Business services and administration managers not elsewhere classified

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