Senior Project Manager - Construction (NYC Experience)

Senior Project Manager - Construction (NYC Experience)

Employer

Synergi LLC

Location

West Trenton, New Jersey, US

Salary

Competitive

Closing date

May 29, 2025

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SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - CONSTRUCTION - NYC Experience

Synergi Team One Pager

Reports To

Project Executive

Manages

Project Manager(s), Assistant Project Manager(s), and Project Coordinator(s) as needed

Summary/Objective

The Senior Project Manager plans, executes, and manages the internal and external teams on the project, with final responsibility and authority to make decision according to the schedule while keeping within budget and upholding the company's quality reputation and client satisfaction for repeat customers. Typically they manage 2-5 projects at one time at varying phases of construction (i.e. design, fabrication, installation, closeout), ranging from to $1-20 million.

Primary Responsibilities/Functions

Coordinate the day-to-day activities of projects.

Dealing with sub-contractors, other team members, clients, owners, and suppliers.

Plan each project deliverables and identify possible pit-falls.

Work to minimize the risk to Synergi and the client.

Create and update detailed project schedule for each individual project.

Prepare SOV/Billing Schedule for client and accounting department.

Manage fast-track mockups drafting/fab/installation as required by contract.

Schedule & chair production/installation planning meeting.

Follow up with Drafting Firm to monitor progress.

Prepare and issue project package to installation supervisor/sub-contractor installer.

Prepare and issue drawings/quantities for initial lead time and pricing of sub-contracted manufacturing as directed from production/installation planning meeting.

Follow up with Engineering Firm to monitor progress.

Review and track project item costing as per project budget.

Schedule and prepare meeting with client/architect for submittal comments review.

Work with engineer to obtain stamped submittal drawings.

Work with draftsman to ensure design intent/budget/installation purpose/constructability is taken into account.

Visit construction site with supervisor and installers prior to start onsite. Verify staging plan and access, as well as safety.

Review submittal drawings.

Schedule field dimensioning and coordinate with Field Surveyor to provide documents/project package.

Prepare and issue work orders in accordance with schedule.

Communicate schedule/design/installation/etc. to client through project lifecycle professionally.

Manage close-out of project.

Ensure project quality control.

Strategize and identify safety requirements.

Perform pay applications and issue to Accounting Department.

Maintain and monitor submittal and transmittal log.

Manage and schedule punch-list work.

Coordinate with Sales Department for approval and pricing of change orders.

Review daily field reports.

Prospect for change order potential.

Manage change orders.

Perform weekly task reviews with subordinates.

Required Skills/Attributes

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Communication proficiency

Thoroughness

Time management

Initiative

Thrive in dynamic workforce relationships between coworkers, subcontractors, fabrication shops and contractors

Required Education/Experience

10+ years of experience in commercial construction management

3+ years of experience in industry for metal and glass stairs

Higher Education with Bachelor's Degree

Excellent computer skills and proficient in Scheduling software, Excel, Word, and Outlook

Ability to read and comprehend blueprints

A demonstrated commitment to high professional proactive work ethic with ethical standards

The ability to delegate responsibilities effectively

Ability to execute multiple project management efforts

Design or build of feature staircases

Required Certifications/Licenses

OSHA 30 (or obtain within six months of employment)

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or PMP

Position KPIs

Ensure team is appropriately managing the safety program at all times.

Maintain schedule and meet project milestones.

Maintain or increase profit margins through buyout, accurate forecasting, and responsible management of change orders with client and subcontractors.

Oversee project site supervisors and subcontractors to maintain the highest level of quality control on each project with the goal of delivering a little or zero punchlist.

Keep Procore systems and procedures updated in real time for both internal and external use (includes drawings, change order logs, payment applications, RFI logs, submittal logs, etc.).

Work Environment

This primarily operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing some of the duties of this , the employee is required to inspect projects and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

The employee is required to have a clean workspace in the office. In an instance where the employee is working offsite, at home, at a hotel, etc., the employee is required to have a clean workspace for virtual meetings, internally or externally with clients, vendors, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this .

While performing the duties of this , the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and move up to 15 pounds.

Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision.

Position may require remaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods.

Personal Protective Equipment

Utilize PP&E in compliance with OSHA standard and per site specific safety programs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position (40 hours). Work days are Monday through Friday, work times are dependent on department, projects, and supervisor's request and approval.

Other Duties

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this . Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Capacity for occasional travel to local and national sites 4-7 days per month.

Benefits & Incentives

Insurance

Medical 100% sponsored by employer

HSA with Company contribution

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vision

Dental

Life & AD&D policy 100% sponsored by employer

Short term disability 100% sponsored by employer

EAP

Voluntary add-on policies & eligibility

401(k) with generous company match

Paid Time Off

PTO with rollover potential

Bereavement

Jury Duty

9 Paid Holidays

New Years Day

Synergi Day

Good Friday

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Thanksgiving

Friday after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Wellness Benefits

Continued Education/Professional Development Allowances

Company Culture & Perks

Career growth & development

Giving back initiatives to the community

Employee recognition programs

Happy hours

Company parties, celebrations, and catered lunches regularly throughout the year

Raffles, trivia, etc. throughout the year with prizes

Lunch & learns

Quarterly team building

Quarterly company updates from CEO