Real Estate Project Manager
Location: Livingston New Jersey
Salary: $85,000 - $90,000
Posted Date: 04.22.2026
Employment Type: Permanent
Job ID: 55405515
Job Description
Real Estate Project Manager | Hospitality Sector | Up to $95K
Location: Livingston, NJ (On-Site)
A rapidly expanding multi-unit company is looking for a Real Estate Project Manager with a solid background in civil/site development to oversee projects from early-stage due diligence through approvals and permitting. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on technical experience—not a generalist—particularly in grading, drainage, utilities, and navigating municipal processes.
This is a full-time, in-office role based in Livingston, NJ, supporting projects primarily across New York State, with occasional travel as needed.
Core Responsibilities
Pre-Development & Due Diligence
- Evaluate zoning requirements and site feasibility
- Review technical reports (civil, environmental, geotechnical, traffic, utilities)
- Develop conceptual site plans using AutoCAD
- Monitor project timelines, key milestones, and critical paths
Approvals & Entitlements
- Assist with securing site plan approvals, variances, and rezonings
- Liaise with local planning, zoning, and engineering departments
- Prepare and submit applications and supporting documentation
- Track approval progress and conditions
Permitting & Agency Coordination
- Oversee civil permitting efforts from submission through approval
- Coordinate with agencies including DOT, utilities, environmental, and fire departments
- Address review comments and ensure timely approvals
Project Coordination
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and external consultants
- Review plans for alignment with approvals and project standards
- Participate in meetings and follow up on deliverables
Reporting & Project Controls
- Maintain schedules, trackers, and entitlement logs
- Support budgeting and monitor project costs
- Provide regular project updates to internal stakeholders
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience in site development
- 2–5 years of experience in land or site development, or civil engineering
- Strong knowledge of grading, drainage, utilities, and infrastructure systems
- Familiarity with municipal approvals and permitting processes
- Ability to read and interpret civil/site plans
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
Preferred
- Experience with retail, hospitality, QSR, fuel stations, or commercial developments
- Knowledge of New York State permitting processes
- Experience managing projects across multiple municipalities
Key Skills
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Effective communicator with strong coordination skills
- Ability to navigate and problem-solve within regulatory environments
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $85,000 – $95,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) eligibility after 90 days
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid time off and company holidays
This is a great opportunity to join a growing organization and play a key role in bringing new development projects to life.
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