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BrandSafway · 1 week ago

Scaffolding Project Manager - Commercial High Rise

Carlstadt, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

BrandSafway is a leading global provider of access, specialized services, and forming and shoring solutions to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets. The Scaffolding Project Manager will manage ground up construction projects, ensuring safety compliance and financial performance while coordinating with various stakeholders.

Civil EngineeringConstructionIndustrial ManufacturingInfrastructure

Responsibilities

Manage ground up construction projects from contract award through final close-out

Lead project planning, scheduling, manpower forecasting, and equipment coordination

Serve as primary point of accountability for project execution, safety, schedule, and financial performance

Ensure compliance with BrandSafway safety standards, Life-Saving Rules, and site-specific safety plans

Manage NYC DOB permitting for scaffolds, sidewalk sheds, hoists, and suspended access systems

Ensure full compliance with NYC Chapter 33, public protection requirements, and applicable Local Laws

Coordinate DOB inspections, permit renewals, amendments, close-outs, and resolution of violations

Interface with regulatory agencies including DOB, DOT, FDNY, and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction

Coordinate with Engineering, Sales, Operations, Yard, and Field Supervision to ensure scope alignment and execution readiness

Develop and manage project budgets, monitor labor, equipment, and material costs

Maintain ownership of project financial performance, including margin protection and cost recovery

Identify scope changes and risk exposure; prepare, price, and manage change orders

Review contract terms, riders, and project requirements; escalate risks as appropriate

Support billing, progress invoicing, retention tracking, and final project close-out activities

Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, and reporting

Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, general contractors, owners, and consultants

Provide leadership, oversight, and mentorship to colleagues

Support onboarding and development of project staff in alignment with NYC execution standards

Represent S&E Access Solutions and BrandSafway professionally on assigned projects

Qualification

Commercial High-Rise experienceNYC DOB familiarityBlueprint interpretationMicrosoft Office proficiencyConstruction PM softwareProblem-solvingLeadershipCommunication skills

Required

High School diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum six to eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 3 years' experience working on ground up Commercial High-Rise projects in NYC required

Familiarity with NYC DOB and New York Building Codes

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited protocols or standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft: Word/ Excel/Teams/Outlook, Bluebeam, Construction PM software

Valid driver's license