Project Director (Public)

New York, NY · On-site$275k – $325k

About this role

Company Overview

JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State & Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners & developers, major law firms, media & tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.

 

Job Summary

The Project Director oversees one or more construction projects, leading each project construction team, and the overall management of project directions, planning, completion, and financial outcome. This person is responsible for successful construction and project delivery and overall client satisfaction.  This individual will be a coach/leader and will build and manage high performance teams by attracting, engaging, developing and retaining highly talented team members. The position requires a strategic business leader with a growth mindset who is up to date on industry trends, local markets and construction project management techniques.  This individual should also have strong communication skills.

 

Responsibilities

  • Manage and/or coordinate personnel and resources for one or more construction projects
  • Assist with and/or lead pre-construction efforts
  • Manage all aspects of the project from inception through close-out with the project team
  • Oversee the preparation and execution of construction plans and project goals
  • Prepare trade contracts and bid packages, as well as oversee the procurement process
  • Oversee the shop drawing, submittal, and construction coordination process
  • Plan and coordinate the project in conjunction with the project teams
  • Oversee performance of project including project status, schedule, cost control, change management systems and all project reporting requirements
  • Maintain relationships with designers, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors
  • Ensure compliance with specifications
  • Oversee the development and maintenance Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with project teams and consultants
  • Oversee all site safety programs in conjunction with a safety consultant and project teams

 

Educational and Professional Qualifications:

  • Engineering, Construction Management or related bachelor’s degree, or possess equivalent years of related experience
  • 15+ years of experience with working knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements/jurisdiction, cost control, scheduling, safety regulations, and engineering drawings.
  • Thorough understanding of the industry and New York Metro market
  • 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certificate
  • 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Certificate

 

Computer Systems:

  • Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Timberline

 

Salary Information

  • To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary offered for this role is $275,000 - $325,000.

 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. 

 

The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.

 

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Company at a glance

With over 18 years of trusted experience, JRM has quickly grown to become one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management firms across the US. The cornerstones of our business are solid construction and excellence in on-site management. We bring our clients the expertise and full capabilities of a large firm, while maintaining a boutique firm approach with top-down involvement. Meaning at JRM, our teams work collaboratively on all projects both small and large from principals and directors to project managers, estimators, supers, and our laborers on-site.

At JRM, we believe that the key to success is the adaptability of our dedicated employees and the extensive industry knowledge they apply to strategically constructing innovative solutions for unforeseen challenges. From our headquarters in New York City, to our offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM prides itself on delivering a complete range of construction services to our clients nationwide, from respected property owners & developers to Fortune 500 corporations, media & tech firms, major law firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms.

As an employee-owned company, each and every employee at JRM is invested in a project’s success and motivates each other towards a common goal. Employees also benefit from JRM’s Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), where we make contributions to their ESOP accounts which accumulate shares for retirement.

Founded2007
Team Size501-1,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryConstruction
Location
New York, New York, United States
Websitejrmcm.com
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