Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Pre-Construction & Development

Brooklyn, NY

200 – 250K base + Performance-Based Bonuses

Full-time | Primarily Office-Based | Occasional Site Visits

Company Overview

We are a fast-growing real estate development firm based in New York City, specializing in the planning and execution of residential and mixed-use projects . Our team operates in a collaborative, results-driven environment , where strategic decision-making and efficient execution are core to our success. We value professionalism, accountability, and a hands-on approach at every stage of development.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the entire pre-construction phase of major developments and oversee project execution through completion .

This is a high-impact leadership role working closely with ownership and executive stakeholders. You will be responsible for planning, budgeting, value engineering, and design coordination during pre-construction, followed by managing project delivery to ensure quality, schedule, and budget compliance.

You'll serve as the primary point of accountability from concept to completion .

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction Leadership

Develop and manage comprehensive pre-construction plans aligned with ownership's objectives

Lead design coordination between architects, engineers, and consultants

Oversee value engineering , ensuring cost-efficient and practical design solutions

Manage budgeting, bidding, and contract negotiations

Ensure permits, approvals, and compliance requirements are secured

Project Execution & Delivery

Serve as Senior Project Manager throughout construction

Oversee general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors

Manage schedules, budgets, and change orders

Lead coordination meetings with ownership, architects, and GCs

Monitor quality, safety, and compliance standards

Drive accountability, resolve conflicts, and maintain project momentum

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in real estate development, construction management, or project delivery

Proven expertise in pre-construction planning, budgeting, and value engineering

Successful track record managing ground-up residential or mixed-use projects

Strong ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings

Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing external consultants

Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

Must-Haves

Full ownership of the pre-construction process

Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multiple stakeholders

Comfort transitioning from planning into active project execution

Organized, detail-oriented, and decisive under pressure

Full-time, on-site availability in Brooklyn

Why Join Us

• High-visibility leadership role with direct ownership exposure

Strategic involvement from project concept through completion

Fast-paced, professional environment with minimal red tape

Significant long-term growth potential as the firm continues to expand

Email resumes to : yanky@maiplacement.com