Genuine Search Group · 3 days ago
Owner's Representative
Genuine Search Group is seeking an experienced Owner’s Representative / Project Manager to oversee a luxury high-rise residential tower project near Tinton Falls, NJ. The ideal candidate will represent the developer's interests throughout all phases of the project, ensuring adherence to standards, budget, and schedule while managing communication among various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between ownership, architects, engineers, GC, contractors, and consultants
Ensure all work aligns with the owner’s standards, project goals, schedule, and budget
Manage day-to-day project activities, tracking progress, milestone completion, and deliverables
Provide on-site presence as required to ensure quality assurance and adherence to contract documents
Oversee project planning, scheduling, phasing, and logistics for a high-rise environment
Identify and mitigate risks; escalate issues proactively with solutions
Coordinate design reviews and assess constructability, feasibility, and value-engineering options
Manage full project budget, cost tracking, and cash flow forecasting
Review and negotiate change orders, contractor invoices, proposals, and pay apps
Maintain detailed project financial reporting for ownership
Assist with drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts for GC and major subcontractors
Ensure all parties comply with contract terms, insurance requirements, and safety policies
Oversee adherence to building codes, regulations, inspection processes, and high-end quality standards
Conduct regular site walks to ensure workmanship meets luxury residential expectations
Manage punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover procedures
Provide weekly and monthly project reports, dashboards, and updates
Facilitate meetings among ownership, design teams, and construction partners
Maintain alignment across all parties and keep the project moving efficiently
Oversee commissioning, testing, sign-offs, and certificate of occupancy processes
Manage close-out documentation, warranties, O&M manuals, and turnover to property management
Support post-construction follow-up as needed
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in construction management, owner's rep, or development project management
Demonstrated experience with multifamily, condo, hospitality, or luxury high-rise projects
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, high-rise logistics, and building systems
Excellent budget, schedule, and contract management skills
Ability to represent ownership with professionalism and authority
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
Experience working for a developer, luxury builder, or owner's rep firm
Familiarity with New Jersey permitting and coastal development conditions