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Construction Management & Development, Inc

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Construction Project Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

A graduate degree or project management certification is preferred. * Must have excellent ... Construction Management apps (Procore, Egnyte, BuilderTrend, etc); and general Internet.

JGM Inc.

Construction Manager

Newark, NJ · On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

Experience as a project/construction manager on transit, rail, or airport design-build projects (capital construction cost ≥ $100 million). * Professional engineering, architecture licensing, or ...

LightPath

Construction Manager

Piscataway, NJ

Job Summary The Construction Manager plays a critical project leadership role in the deployment of ... Minimum HS graduate, some college preferred. * Basic PCskills required: Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate project construction manager in Edison, NJ is $101,214.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,600.00 and $123,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Graduate Project Construction Manager is an entry-level professional who assists in overseeing construction projects from planning to completion. They work under the guidance of senior managers to coordinate schedules, budgets, and resources while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Their responsibilities often include site supervision, contractor coordination, and progress reporting. This role helps develop project management skills and industry knowledge, preparing individuals for senior positions in construction management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Graduate Project Construction Manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Project Construction Manager, you need a degree in construction management or a related field, strong organizational skills, and foundational knowledge of project planning and safety regulations. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Primavera), understanding of building codes, and basic health and safety certifications are typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help you efficiently coordinate with subcontractors and address project challenges. These competencies ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.

What does a typical workday look like for a Graduate Project Construction Manager?

A typical day for a Graduate Project Construction Manager involves attending on-site meetings, monitoring construction progress, and coordinating with contractors and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met. You'll often review project documentation, track timelines and budgets, and address any on-site issues as they arise. Team collaboration is key, as you’ll work closely with engineers, architects, and site workers while reporting to senior project managers. This hands-on environment offers valuable learning opportunities and a chance to quickly build practical experience in all phases of construction management.
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Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Construction Management & Development, Inc

New York, NY • On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 hours ago

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Job description

General Description:

Construction Management & Development, Inc. (CM&D) is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager for our Lender's Advisor Division. PM shall work in conjunction with CM&D and Managing Director of Lender's Advisor to complete site visits to construction sites, review project documents, and report findings and opinions of the Project status and funding request to the Client. The PM provides full time support to the Director of Lender's Advisor and has frequent interaction with the Client, Developer, and General Contractor. The PM is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of our services are being delivered at the highest level to ensure the Client is satisfied.


Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Project Assessments
    • Meet with the Project team to understand the Project’s history and status;
    • Assess the Developer’s Project team and the suitability of the team to undertake the proposed Project;
    • Review the Project budget, cost estimate(s) completed for construction, and schedule;
    • Review environmental reports;
    • Review Project drawings;
    • Prepare a full report of all findings.
  • Project Oversight and Monitoring
    • Review the general contractor’s schedule;
    • Review the Man Power log (daily log), RFI log (activity, trends), and Procurement log;
    • Evaluate change orders and change order proposals for reasonableness and impact on the budget, schedule and quality of the project;
    • Review the Borrower’s disbursement request, as submitted to Lender or Title Company, to be funded or reimbursed through available loan reserves;
    • Compare the Contractor’s Payment Application against the actual work progress and schedule to determine if the payments requested are accurate;
    • Perform Monthly Site Survey (travel required);
    • Prepare and submit a “Monthly Project Overview Report” of all findings.


Requirements:

  • A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration or Construction Management is required.
  • 5 – 10 years previous construction experience with residential, hospitality, hotel, or high-rise projects is preferable.
  • A graduate degree or project management certification is preferred.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written; able to receive, understand, and send communications with both colleagues and clients.
  • Must have excellent writing and typing skills, be computer literate and capable of using multiple applications including but not limited to MS Office365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat; Microsoft Project; Cloud-based Filesharing (Eg. Box, Egynyte, Sharepoint); Construction Management apps (Procore, Egnyte, BuilderTrend, etc); and general Internet.

Application:

Resume should specify relevant responsibilities, daily functions at prior employers.

  • Please include sample of relevant projects including brief description of project, revenue (if applicable), and project budget.
  • Please include 3 professional references with name; title; organization; relationship to you; contact number; email address.

Job Type:

  • Full Time
  • Monday – Friday

Location: Hybrid Position - Must be able to commute to our New York City office regularly

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Company Contribution
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off

Company's Website:

  • www.cmdintl.com

Company Description

OUR MISSION
CM&D’s mission is the relentless pursuit of excellence in execution through leadership and constant value creation. Through this mission, CM&D, as a consulting firm, identifies our clients’ needs and objectives, utilizes our experience and technical proficiency to develop solution(s), and executes that plan in the most expeditious way possible.
OUR CLIENTS
The company’s primary clients are private owners and developers, hotel companies, capital markets, not-for-profit organizations, government agencies and redevelopment agencies.
THE SERVICES
We specialize in development/construction/project management. We offer our clients both professional and administrative staff support ranging from construction managers, design/value engineers, systems engineers, construction scheduling experts, construction loan disbursement analysis and control, and mediation of construction and development disputes. The company has an expert staff of construction managers, civil engineers, architects, schedulers, esti