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Actalent Construction Project Manager in South Brunswick, New Jersey

Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager with 5-12 years of construction project management experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of MEP systems for commercial construction projects and possess experience in complex commercial construction, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. However, experience in hospital, manufacturing, medical, or cold storage construction is also valuable.

Responsibilities

  • Manage small phases of construction for Life Science projects in accordance with the Project Management positions.

  • Learn and implement the process for executing a scope of work based on the scheduling and timeline of specific projects.

  • Utilize technical programs such as Pro-Log, Microsoft Office, and SAGE 300.

  • Communicate effectively with clients and present project updates.

  • Read and understand construction documents.

  • Coordinate with subcontractors, managing up to 50 people under multiple subs when necessary.

Essential Skills

  • 5-12 years of construction project management experience.

  • Understanding of MEP systems for commercial construction projects.

  • Experience in complex commercial construction, with a preference for pharmaceutical projects.

  • Ability to use Microsoft Office, Pro-Log, and SAGE 300.

  • Strong communication skills and leadership capabilities.

  • Ability to understand and carry out direction from superiors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Degree in a related field preferred.

  • 10+ years of overall construction experience.

  • Career-minded individual interested in growing as a construction manager.

  • Knowledge of construction management, estimation, mechanical systems, RFIs, and Procore.

Work Environment

The Construction Project Manager will spend the majority of their time at the client site with 25% of their time at project sites. The company is a family-owned business with over 25 years in the industry and is a union contractor. They take excellent care of their employees, offering company picnics, lunches, and fundraisers. On-site, you will work out of a construction trailer or a specific closed-off location owned by the client. The project may involve working with one or two subcontractors or managing up to 50 people under multiple subs.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent

  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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