Construction Manager

NJ/NY LOCALS ONLY // NO C2C SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Job at a Glance

We are seeking a Construction Manager to support project management initiatives across a diverse real estate portfolio within the JCP&L footprint. Candidates must be local to New Jersey, as the role requires travel throughout the area, though daily office reporting is not necessary. A bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering from an accredited school is required. This opportunity has the potential to convert from contract to hire. A strong project management background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage all aspects of the project management life cycle for planning, bidding, awarding, and oversight of capex/construction projects.
• Oversee planning, design, engineering, construction, and closeout of capital and O&M projects in various facility categories including offices, data centers, warehouses, service centers, emergency operating facilities, and dispatch facilities.
• Facilitate and manage capex project activities on behalf of operating companies and business units.
• Develop and review project documentation for clarity and completeness (e.g., programming documents, specifications, plans, contracts, bid packages, requisitions, and engineering work requests).
• Conduct facility assessments and input data into the corporate facility database for planning.
• Develop detailed engineering job packages for electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building envelope, and site work.
• Engage and coordinate stakeholders including architects, engineers, contractors, and internal departments (IT, security, etc.), and monitor contractor resource levels.
• Oversee quality assurance and control on assigned projects, including contractor procedures and quality requirements.
• Identify project requirements, establish performance specifications, and manage construction budgets and schedules.
• Develop and maintain corporate design standards.
• Prepare and present project status reports detailing scope, budget, schedule, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project goals and decisions to leadership.
• Partner with operating companies from project conception through turnover, securing buy-in on schedules, resources, and plans.
• Ensure completion of project close-out and lessons-learned reviews; participate in project audits to assess outcome success.
• Conduct project analytics and planning for the Administrative Services department.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
• Travel to off-site locations as needed and work outside regular business hours when required.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a project organization with a background in engineering, finance, construction, or project controls.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Required experience in architecture, mechanical, electrical, or structural design of commercial and industrial facilities.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and understand architectural and engineering drawings.
• Project controls experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management tools (Primavera, MS Project) and scheduling/resource planning is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and AutoCAD is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment.
• Positive attitude and proactive behavior.

About the Client

Our client is a leading electric utility company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient energy. They maintain a dynamic infrastructure and invest in projects that improve and expand their real estate and operations footprint. The team values collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement, offering a supportive environment for professionals who want to make a lasting impact.