The Falcon Group

Building engineering and consulting services

Project Manager - Structural

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeJersey City, NJ, USA$65k - $100k

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Civil or Structural Engineering, or relevant work experience.
A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an engineering consulting firm or related construction industry.
OSHA 30-hour certification.
A valid United States driver's license is required because the position requires travel to and from client sites.
Proficient written and verbal communication abilities.
Attention to detail and accuracy in project documentation and deliverables.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards.
Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues.
Ability to attend client meetings and events as needed.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Familiarity with drafting software, including AutoCAD, BricsCAD, and Revit, for positions that utilize the software.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members from various disciplines.
Ability to work in the field and travel outside local areas as workload and projects require.
Efficient time management skills while adhering to project budgets.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to safely operate and use ladders, scaffolds, and other access equipment as required, and to work safely at heights.
Ability to work outdoors for prolonged periods, potentially beyond three hours, in diverse weather conditions, including temperatures above 85°F or below 40°F, humidity above 90%, snow, ice, rain, and wind.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage internal project kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings, fostering communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines internally and with external resources.
Conduct on-site inspections; document existing conditions; perform field testing, photography, and hand-sketching; and observe and track work in progress for compliance with project specifications.
Record accurate field measurements and perform calculations throughout the project.
Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
Understand investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to support accurate interpretation and implementation.
Communicate project status, proactively address issues or discrepancies, and escalate unresolved issues to the direct supervisor in a timely manner.
Maintain organized project records, files, drawings, and data in company systems for accessibility and future reference.
Collect post-project feedback, identify areas for improvement, and communicate feedback to the direct supervisor.
Keep job knowledge current through educational workshops, professional publications, and participation in professional societies and networks.
Network and represent the company at events, seminars, and continuing education presentations, and seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization.
Perform other duties related to the position as assigned by the firm.
Perform complex inspections and testing, applying technical expertise to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
Generate detailed field reports and opinion reports based on findings.
Interpret specifications and plans and produce accurate, comprehensive documents.
Interpret technical contract requirements and ensure compliance throughout the project.
Review and evaluate change orders, assess their impact on project scope, schedule, and budget, and provide recommendations to the team lead or senior management.
Review payment applications and verify the accuracy of work completed and materials supplied by contractors.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serve as the primary point of contact, address concerns, and manage expectations.
Independently plan, organize, and run project meetings, communicating project objectives, deliverables, and action items to stakeholders.
Work closely with the team to understand project scope, budget, goals, deliverables, and timeline.
Mentor and provide guidance to Project Associates, supporting their professional growth and development.

Desired Qualifications

Parking garage restoration experience is preferred.

Location:
Jersey City, NJ

Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic Structural Project Manager, who is passionate about repair structural and restoration of existing buildings in our Jersey City, office location. You will be responsible for providing project support from evaluation and design conception through construction, along with project assessment, design development, bidding, and construction administration services. Responsibilities include inspections, writing reports, ensuring compliance with contracts, reviewing change orders and payment applications, and maintaining effective communication with clients, contractors, and internal team members.

Estimated salary range for this position is $65,000 – $100,000. The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. The salary offered will vary based on experience, education, skills, abilities, and certifications/license.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:
Essential Functions for All Technical Positions

Coordinate and manage internal kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings for projects, fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines, both internally and with external resources, to meet project objectives efficiently.
Conduct on-site inspections, documenting existing conditions, performing field testing, photographing, and creating hand-sketches. Observes/ tracks work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications.
Records accurate field measurements and performs calculations throughout the duration of the project.
Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Understand investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation.
Communicate project status and proactively address any issues or discrepancies that arise. Escalate unresolved issues to their direct supervisor in a timely manner.
Maintain organized records, files, drawings, and other essential project data ensuring that they are appropriately filed within the company’s systems for easy accessibility and future reference.
Collect post-project feedback to identify areas of improvement and communicates this feedback to their direct supervisor.
Keep up to date with job knowledge and industry trends through active participation in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
Engage in networking activities and represent the company at events, seminars, continuing education presentations. Actively seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization’s presence in the industry. (Not limited to exclusive company events.)
Performs other duties as related to the position as assigned by the firm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to contributing to the overall success of the team.

Special Requirements
Technical

Perform complex inspections and testing, applying technical expertise to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
Generate detailed field reports and opinion reports based on findings.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of specifications and plans and effectively produce accurate and comprehensive documents.
Understand and interpret technical contract requirements, ensuring compliance throughout the duration of the project.
Review and evaluate change orders, assessing their impact on the project scope, schedule and budget and providing recommendations to the team lead/ senior management.
Review payment applications, verifying the accuracy of work completed and materials supplied by contractors.

Client Relations

Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their primary point of contact, addressing concerns, and managing expectations.
Independently plan, organize, and run project meetings, effectively communication project objectives, deliverables, and action items to all stakeholders.

Internal Team

Works closely with the team to understand the scope of work, budget, goals, deliverables, and timeline to ensure project success.
Mentor and provide guidance to Project Associates, fostering their professional growth and development.

Please be aware that this job description does not encompass an exhaustive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities expected of the employee. The nature of the role may necessitate additional responsibilities, and/or activities, which can occur at any time, with or without prior notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position entails no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Civil/Structural Engineering, or relevant work experience.

Work Experience

A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an engineering consulting firm or related construction industry.
Parking Garage restoration experience is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

OSHA 30-hour certification.
Valid United States Driver’s License required, as this position requires travel to and from client sites

Skills

Proficient written and verbal communication abilities.
Attention to detail and accuracy in project documentation and deliverables.
Strong project management and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards.
Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues.
Ability to attend client meetings and events, as needed.
Flexibility to work overtime, as needed.
Familiarity with drafting software for positions that utilize the software (AutoCAD, BricsCAD, Revit) for positions that utilize the software.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, fostering a positive and productive work environment, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members from various disciplines.
Ability to work in the field and to travel outside local areas as workload and projects when needed.
Efficient time management skills while adhering to project budgets.

Physical Demands

Lifting

Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Height and Access Equipment
Safe operation and use of ladders, scaffolds, and other access equipment as required.
Ability to work safely at heights.

Outdoor Environment

- Exposure to prolonged periods outdoors, which might extend beyond 3 hours.
- Ability to work in diverse weather conditions, including but not limited to:
  - Temperatures above 85°F or below 40°F.
  - High humidity levels (above 90%).
  - Adverse weather conditions like snow/ice, rain, and wind.

Who We Are
At The Falcon Group, our mission is to deliver exceptional service across a broad range of industries, including multifamily, industrial, commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and forensic/litigation support. Built on decades of experience, we provide a full spectrum of services, from architectural design to civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, as well as construction administration and forensic assessments. This integrated approach allows us to deliver comprehensive, cost-conscious solutions to our clients’ most complex challenges. With a growing presence in key markets and multiple regional offices, we’re expanding rapidly and always looking for talented professionals to join our team. Guided by collaboration, innovation, and integrity, The Falcon Group provides the environment and support to help you thrive personally and professionally.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
We offer competitive salaries, professional work environments and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include Group Medical, Dental and Vision, 401k with employer match, Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Plans, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick time, Cell Phone Reimbursement and Continuing Education

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Veterans/ Disabled

About the Company

The Falcon Group

Building engineering and consulting services

The Falcon Group provides engineering and consulting services focused on evaluating and restoring existing facilities. Its offerings include forensic engineering, architectural design, capital reserve studies, and energy consulting for sites and low-, mid-, and high-rise buildings in the multifamily, hospitality, and institutional sectors. Services span across multiple regions, with a multidisciplinary team handling assessments, restoration planning, and project optimization through all phases. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of capabilities, regional reach, and emphasis on meeting client needs with a collaborative, knowledge‑driven approach. The goal is to be a trusted partner that delivers reliable engineering and consulting solutions that satisfy clients and improve facilities over time.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bridgewater, MA
Founded: 1997

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