About the Company
Our client is a highly respected real estate developer with over 40 years of experience delivering commercial and high-rise residential projects across the New Jersey market. With a strong track record of quality, innovation, and long-term value creation, they are expanding their residential platform and seeking a talented Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative to join their team
Position Overview
The Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative will play a critical role in overseeing the successful execution of wood-framed multifamily residential developments. Acting as the owner’s on-site and strategic representative, this individual will manage all phases of construction, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This role requires a hands-on professional with deep expertise in wood-framed construction, strong financial and scheduling capabilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the owner’s representative throughout all phases of construction, from pre-construction through project closeout
- Oversee general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure alignment with project goals
- Manage project budgets, track costs, review change orders, and maintain financial controls
- Develop, monitor, and enforce project schedules to ensure timely delivery
- Lead regular site meetings and provide detailed progress reporting to internal stakeholders
- Ensure strict adherence to quality control standards, building codes, and safety requirements
- Review construction documents, identify potential risks, and proactively implement solutions
- Coordinate with internal development, design, and asset management teams
- Support procurement, contract negotiation, and value engineering efforts
Required Qualifications
- 5–10 years of experience managing multifamily residential construction projects
- Extensive experience with wood-framed (Type V) apartment construction is required
- Proven ability to manage projects from ground-up through completion
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Demonstrated expertise in construction scheduling and sequencing
- Experience implementing and maintaining quality control processes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment
