Project Manager

Do you thrive in managing complex projects in New York City's fast-paced construction environment? We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects from contract award through final installation, overseeing permitting, site logistics, stakeholder coordination, and field operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with NYC building, electrical, and safety regulations.

The Company:

North Shore Neon is a leading signage company with over 70 years of experience, providing design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance services throughout the New York Metropolitan region. As a privately owned and operated, design-build custom sign shop, North Shore Neon offers turnkey solutions for a wide range of signage, including custom neon, LED displays, commercial, retail, and vinyl applications.

With a team of talented and experienced individuals, North Shore Neon manages projects from concept through completion and is committed to delivering high-quality, custom signage solutions with a strong focus on craftsmanship, safety, and customer service. Learn more about us at https://www.northshoreneon.com/

Location of Position:

Queens, New York

The Position:

The Project Manager serves as a central point of coordination between field crews, design and fabrication teams, clients, general contractors, and project leadership. This role leads the planning, tracking, and close-out of assigned projects while ensuring that site conditions, technical requirements, and code compliance are addressed early. The Project Manager collaborates closely with the scheduling team and field operations to align materials, fabrication, and crews with project priorities and to deliver projects successfully in the New York market.

Position Responsibilities:

• Facilitate planning, executing, and closing projects from contract award through final installation.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, purchase orders, and change orders to support successful project delivery.

• Participate in daily scheduling meetings and coordinate project schedules, stakeholder communications, and project updates to ensure project alignment and timely execution.

• Act as the primary liaison between clients, general contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

• Coordinate with design, production, installation, and field teams to align materials, fabrication, labor, and project requirements.

• Evaluate shop drawings, site surveys, and project specifications to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.

• Review electrical requirements, including power needs, load calculations, UL listings, and code compliance considerations.

• Identify technical and constructability issues early in the project lifecycle and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.

• Manage sign permit applications, landlord approvals, zoning and variance submittals, and responses to plan review comments from municipalities and inspectors.

• Ensure compliance with NYC building, electrical, and safety codes throughout project execution and installation.

• Perform site visits to validate existing conditions, monitor installation progress, evaluate quality standards, and develop site logistics strategies.

• Analyze labor and cost performance data to identify budget risks, provide project status updates, and prepare project closeout documentation and deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license is required, with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

• Minimum 8 years of project management experience supporting New York City construction projects, with a working knowledge of NYC building codes, permitting processes, regulatory requirements, and site logistics.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, or construction engineering), Construction Management, Project Management, Logistics, or a related construction-focused field

• Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification are considered a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and electrical drawings.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar construction and design software, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and/or Google Workspace.

• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certification, along with experience using project management, scheduling, or construction management software, preferred.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers, field teams, vendors, inspectors, and internal stakeholders, including navigating conflict and difficult conversations.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Familiarity with construction terminology and industry practices.

Why Should You Apply?

• Leading sign company with over 70 years of industry experience and the opportunity to work on unique, high-profile, and large-scale signage projects.

• Health, Dental, Vision

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000 annually, depending on experience. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, and skills demonstrated.

Interested?

• Apply today and let us know why you would be a great fit for our Project Manager position!

North Shore Neon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status established by federal, state, or local laws.