Construction Project Manager

Restore Native Plants (RNP) is seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Construction Project Manager to oversee residential construction and renovation projects from estimate through completion. Our work includes older and historic homes, some more than 100 years old, where careful planning, attention to detail, and precise execution are essential. Restore Native Plants is a nonprofit organization committed to environmental restoration and responsible stewardship.

This position is well suited for someone who can organize projects, lead a crew, accurately estimate time and costs, and take ownership of delivering quality work on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities Develop accurate project time and cost estimates and deliver projects within those estimates

Coordinate residential construction and renovation projects from planning through completion

Lead and organize crew members to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Manage project schedules, materials, costs, and scope

Carry out project direction accurately and keep each project within its agreed scope

Monitor progress and maintain quality standards throughout each project

Identify potential issues early and communicate them clearly and concisely

Take ownership of project execution and results

What We're Looking For Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to estimate project timelines and costs accurately

Ability to coordinate projects, crews, materials, and job-site activities

Clear and concise communication

Sound judgment and practical problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively within defined project scopes, timelines, and budgets

Initiative, reliability, accountability, and willingness to learn

Compensation & Schedule Compensation: $20–$30 per hour

Schedule: Part-time

Work Location: Oakland, New Jersey

Compensation reflects RNP’s nonprofit resources while offering the opportunity to apply your skills to work that directly supports environmental restoration.

We welcome applicants at different stages of their careers, from early-career candidates with strong aptitude, initiative, and a drive to learn to experienced professionals and retirees looking to share their knowledge, mentor the next generation, and give back through work that directly supports the environment. You should value precision, welcome high standards, and be comfortable working closely with a highly detail-oriented leader.

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