Owner's Representative / Project Manager | Ground-Up High-Rise Construction

About the Opportunity

Our client is a respected real estate owner and developer seeking an experienced Owner's Representative / Project Manager to oversee the successful execution of large-scale ground-up high-rise developments throughout New Jersey.

This role will act as the owner's representative throughout the full project lifecycle, managing consultants, contractors, schedules, budgets, and project performance while ensuring each development is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner's representative throughout all phases of ground-up high-rise construction projects, from preconstruction through turnover.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and overall financial performance while identifying opportunities to improve cost efficiency and project execution.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, general contractors, and municipal agencies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee preconstruction activities including design coordination, constructability reviews, value engineering, and procurement strategies.
• Monitor contractor performance, project milestones, safety compliance, and quality standards throughout construction.
• Review and manage contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project reporting.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, identify risks, and proactively resolve project issues.
• Lead project meetings with ownership, design teams, contractors, and stakeholders while providing executive-level project updates.
• Ensure projects comply with all local building codes, permitting requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Manage project closeout, commissioning, punch lists, and turnover documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience managing large-scale ground-up construction projects.
• Previous experience working as an Owner's Representative, Project Manager, Development Manager, or with a commercial general contractor.
• Proven experience overseeing high-rise residential, mixed-use, hospitality, or commercial developments.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, budgeting, scheduling, project controls, and cost management.
• Experience coordinating architects, consultants, contractors, and ownership groups.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar construction management software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple complex construction projects simultaneously.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $145,000 - $175,000
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term career growth with an established real estate development organization

If you're looking to play a critical leadership role on landmark ground-up high-rise developments while representing ownership throughout the construction process, we'd love to hear from you.

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