Project Manager II

About the Role

• Contribute to development of the project safety plan and provide jobsite leadership. • Develop project controls, procedures, and risk mitigation processes to manage contract requirements. • Establish and monitor change management process and project financial forecast to meet contract requirements. • Create and manage a project‑specific quality plan aligned with the owner contract and assist with execution. • Create and manage a closeout plan in alignment with contract documents and assist with execution. • Provide leadership in motivating the project team, maintain a positive work environment, and supervise staff, project administration, superintendents, and engineers. • Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and daily tasks. • Contribute to the subcontracting strategy; write scopes and deliverables to ensure integrity of the buyout process. • Implement and enforce all contract aspects, participate in risk mitigation, and prepare draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders. • Participate in enrollment for insurance and bonds; track and obtain trade contractors’ compliance. • Provide planning support and be accountable for estimates of select bid packages and contribute to GMP preparation. • Perform constructability and coordination reviews. • Create CPM schedule and prepare monthly schedule updates. • Develop a basic understanding of local market areas and profiles to create a networking strategy. • Collaborate closely with business development to integrate sales strategies, track performance metrics, and strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships. • Manage workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with company standards. • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members. • Aid in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸safety plan
• ▸project controls
• ▸change management
• ▸quality plan
• ▸cpm schedule
• ▸bid estimates

What You Bring

Do you consider yourself a highly technical, strong communicator who thrives in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Project Manager II to serve as the on‑site manager responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a medium‑sized construction project. This role works on the job site every day and fills a key position on the project team. The ideal candidate is a coach‑leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset, provides feedback, determines priorities, delegates work, and communicates progress effectively. They establish measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness while celebrating successes and sharing lessons learned. Building high‑performing teams through attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talent is essential. You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market and economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. A strategic mindset is applied when considering long‑term opportunities and risks. • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent combination of education and experience). • 5‑10 years of relevant experience. • Strong technical and communication skills. • Ability to work effectively in a team environment. • Knowledge of industry‑standard software; Microsoft Office preferred.

Requirements

• ▸engineering degree
• ▸5‑10 years
• ▸technical skills
• ▸teamwork
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸strategic mindset

Benefits

Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training through Gilbane University, allowing you to build leadership and technical skills while managing project responsibilities. You will work alongside experienced senior project managers and project executives on each job site, gaining daily industry exposure. The role involves protecting and promoting the interests of both Gilbane and the client while demonstrating the qualities of a developing leader. Compensation is based on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. In New York City the salary range is $108,300‑$166,800 plus benefits and a retirement program. The total compensation package includes competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and investment in employee education.

Work Environment

Onsite