About this role
Project Manager – Luxury Residential Construction About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-end residential construction projects throughout New York City, with a focus on luxury brownstones, townhomes, and complex gut renovations.This is an opportunity to manage highly detailed, design-driven projects from preconstruction through closeout while working directly with sophisticated clients, architects, interior designers, subcontractors, and field teams. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of NYC construction, excellent financial and schedule management skills, and the ability to deliver exceptional quality in demanding urban environments. What You'll Do
• Manage multiple luxury residential construction projects from preconstruction through final completion and closeout. • Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost controls. • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, interior designers, consultants, and subcontractors. • Lead subcontractor procurement, including bid solicitation, scope review, leveling, buyout, and contract management. • Partner closely with Superintendents and field teams to drive construction progress, maintain quality, and resolve onsite challenges. • Lead Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings and provide clear, proactive project updates. • Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation to keep projects moving and minimize delays. • Track project financial performance, including forecasting, committed costs, change management, and variance analysis. • Coordinate with architects and design teams to maintain design intent while addressing constructability, budget, and schedule considerations. • Navigate the complexities of NYC construction, including DOB requirements, permitting, inspections, logistics, occupied buildings, and tight urban sites. • Anticipate project risks and proactively resolve issues before they impact schedule, budget, or client expectations. • Maintain a high-touch client experience through strong communication, responsiveness, and expectation management. • Ensure every project meets the firm's standards for craftsmanship, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction. What We're Looking For
• 5+ years of construction project management experience. • Proven experience managing high-end residential, luxury renovation, brownstone, townhouse, or similar complex projects. • Strong preference for candidates with New York City construction experience. • Thorough understanding of residential construction means, methods, sequencing, and constructability. • Experience managing projects with sophisticated architectural and interior design details and finishes. • Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, scheduling, and change order management. • Familiarity with NYC DOB requirements, permitting, inspections, and building codes. • Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors from bidding and buyout through execution and closeout. • Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to confidently lead project meetings. • Proficiency with construction management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar platforms. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced, highly detailed construction environment. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with NYC brownstone, townhouse, landmark, or historic renovations. • Experience completing projects in occupied buildings or logistically challenging urban environments. • Background with a boutique general contractor, luxury residential builder, or high-end construction management firm. • Established experience working alongside leading architects, interior designers, and specialty trades. • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Why Join You'll join a boutique, high-performance general contractor specializing in some of New York City's most distinctive luxury residences. The team works on complex, highly customized projects where craftsmanship, design, and attention to detail are paramount.Project Managers have significant ownership of their projects and direct exposure to clients, architects, designers, subcontractors, and company leadership. The environment is collaborative, hands-on, and fast-paced, offering the opportunity to manage unique projects while continuing to grow within a respected NYC construction firm.
• This role combines office-based project management with regular site involvement throughout New York City. Standard construction hours apply, with flexibility as needed around project milestones, site conditions, and key client meetings. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Island City, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Long Island City,NY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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