Civil Construction Project Manager

Actalent • Somerset, NJ • 8h ago

We are looking to add a Civil Construction Project Manager to our growing team. Our clients are working with some of the largest programs and agencies throughout NJ. We need someone who's comfortable interacting with clients, maintaining budget/schedule and managing union subcontractors. Please see the description below:

Job Description

The Project Manager's primary role is to provide overall administrative and technical direction for projects up to $10M

Working in concert with Superintendents, PMs manage all aspects of project delivery including estimating, cost management, budget forecasting, scheduling and contract negotiation

Responsible for leading all aspects of a project's construction phase and serve as the point person for daily interaction with the client and engineers

Project Managers oversee a staff that could include Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, Project Engineers, etc

Perform all aspects of project-related cost management

Assist in the development and maintenance of the construction schedule

Monitor schedule and collaborate with team and subcontractors to meet milestones

Be able to successfully perform take-offs and budgets for estimates of up to $10M

Collaborate on larger estimates

Assist in the developing, tracking and completing the project QA/QC program

Implement the company's Safety Program

Identify project issues and escalate to next level of management as necessary

Develop strong relationship with Client by constant communication of schedules, financials and construction progress

Motivate and develop subcontractor responses as a business partner.

Keep management informed by providing monthly cost reports including forecasting of labor and subcontractor exposure

Qualifications

BS in Engineering or related degree or equivalent work experience

Proven management insight to maximize employee productivity and performance

Complete understanding of industry practices, processes, and standards

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential

Participation in industry organizations; ability to bring in new client opportunities

Willingness to travel for work

Must have software skills and database software experience with HeavyJob, HeavyBid, InSight Sitework, Vela, Primavera P6, MS Office and MS Project

Project Types

Bridges

Roadways

Utilities

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Somerset, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

-Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Blue Cross BlueShield, Delta Dental, Standard Vision -401k -Vacation time dependent on industry tenure -7 holidays with 1 floating that the board delegates

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Somerset,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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