Kraton Corporation

Project Manager

Kraton Corporation$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master's a plus).
  • 5+ years of experience managing large-scale construction projects, ideally in the public sector in NYC.
  • Strong knowledge of AIA contract documents and NYC procurement regulations.
  • Proven ability to manage projects with budgets exceeding $50M.
  • Experience with MWBE compliance and prevailing wage regulations.
  • Proficiency in project management software including Primavera P6 and Procore.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all project phases from pre-construction to closeout, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets, tracking financial performance and forecasts.
  • Oversee contract administration, including change orders and compliance with AIA documents.
  • Ensure adherence to NYC agency guidelines and regulations concerning MWBE participation.
  • Act as primary liaison between clients and subcontractors, providing regular updates and leading meetings.
  • Supervise and mentor project staff, fostering a collaborative team culture.
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies, ensuring safety compliance.

Benefits

  • Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Company-paid disability and life insurance
  • Paid sick time and paid time off
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
  • Health & Wellness Reimbursements
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Collaborative work environment
Full Job Description
The Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of large-scale public-sector construction projects valued at $50M and above in New York City. Reporting to a Sr. Project Manager or Project Executive, this role oversees project planning, execution, and closeout with a focus on schedule, budget, contract compliance, and stakeholder relations. The Project Manager ensures adherence to NYC procurement regulations, MWBE and diversity participation goals, prevailing wage requirements, and agency-specific procedures, while fostering collaboration among owners, design teams, subcontractors, and internal staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Oversight: Manage all phases of construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements.
  • Schedule & Budget Control: Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules and budgets; track financial performance, forecasts, and cost-to-complete reports.
  • Contract Administration: Oversee change orders, RFIs, submittals, back charges, and other contractual processes in alignment with AIA contract documents and public-sector requirements.
  • Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to NYC agency guidelines (DDC, NYCHA, SCA, etc.), MWBE participation, and prevailing wage/certified payroll obligations.
  • Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary liaison between clients, subcontractors, and internal teams; provide regular progress reports and lead client-facing meetings.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor project engineers, assistant project managers, and field staff; foster a collaborative and accountable project culture.
  • Risk & Safety: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA and site-specific).
  • Technology & Reporting: Utilize project management and financial software (Primavera P6, Procore, CMiC, Textura) to track performance, maintain documentation, and support executive reporting.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master's a plus).
  • 5+ years of progressive experience managing large-scale construction projects, preferably public-sector work in NYC.
  • Strong knowledge of AIA contract documents, NYC procurement regulations, and public agency requirements (DDC, NYCHA, SCA, MTA).
  • Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and contract compliance on projects $50M+.
  • Experience with MWBE compliance, prevailing wage, and certified payroll.
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6, Procore, CMiC, Textura, and other project management/financial systems.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills; ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
  • OSHA 30 certification required; PMP, CCM, or PE preferred.

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to contribute to some of New York City's most impactful public-sector projects, working with a collaborative team committed to delivering excellence in construction management. The Project Manager will play a critical role in driving project success, client satisfaction, and long-term community value.

What We Offer:
    • Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
    • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
    • Company-paid disability and life insurance
    • Voluntary life insurance
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid time off
    • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
    • Health & Wellness Reimbursements
    • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
    • A collaborative and dynamic work environment

NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.

About Kraton Corporation

Kraton Corporation is a leading global producer of styrenic block copolymers, specialty polymers, and high-value performance products derived from pine wood pulping co-products. The company's polymers are used in a wide range of applications, including adhesives, coatings, consumer and personal care products, sealants, lubricants, medical, packaging, automotive, paving, roofing, and footwear. Kraton has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, France, Brazil, and Japan, and sells its products in over 70 countries. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Kraton Corporation
Size
1,751 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$225.6 million
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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