Project Manager

Project Manager Jombine Carlstadt, NJ Job Details Full-time $90,000

• $150,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Fuel card Company truck Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Project team coordination Estimating software Customer communication Teamwork Water damage restoration Fire restoration Estimating software for insurance claims Driver's License Attention to detail Xactimate IICRC Certification Organizational skills Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing projects Water Damage Restoration Technician Certification (WRT) Emergency response procedures Crew management Technical Proficiency Full Job Description

QUICK OVERVIEW

• TL;DR (please read this section to ensure your fit before applying) Our client is hiring a Mitigation Project Manager who will own water, fire, contents, and mold projects end-to-end. This isn't just about managing projects
• it's about restoring calm and control for people during their absolute worst days while building a meaningful, high-accountability career with serious upside potential in the recession-proof and growing restoration industry.

THE WHO:

Our client is one of the largest restoration franchises in the country, operating in the dynamic New Jersey restoration market. For over 50 years, they've been the trusted name that shows up when disaster strikes, helping families and businesses get back on their feet after floods, fires, mold, and emergencies.

THE WHAT

You'll manage mitigation projects from first notice of loss through dry-out and transition to reconstruction. We're looking for a business-minded field leader who thinks like an owner

• someone who protects margins, manages crews and vendors, documents everything correctly, and treats every customer like family during their crisis.

MUST HAVES

We need someone with restoration/mitigation experience who understands that great project management is equal parts technical competency, flawless documentation, proactive communication, and commercial awareness. If you've been frustrated at larger companies where you felt like just a number buried in administrative tasks, this opportunity is built for you.

THE WHY:

The restoration industry isn't just stable and recession-proof

• it's deeply meaningful work.

When a family's basement floods or a restaurant kitchen catches fire, you're the professional who restores not just their property, but their peace of mind. You'll work for a team that genuinely cares about serving their communities with excellence during the most stressful times.

THE WHERE

New Jersey territory, primarily focused on Northeast NJ. This is a field-based role requiring travel throughout the service area. You'll work from their office location with a hybrid setup that gives you the flexibility to be where your projects need you most.

THE HOW:

There are three key strategic initiatives that this person will be initially tasked with:

Documentation & Compliance Mastery:

Establish flawless execution on all documentation requirements including moisture logs, photos, daily notes, equipment logs, and work authorizations. Master TPA/carrier compliance standards to ensure fast approvals and minimal supplements, protecting job profitability and enabling faster collections.

Process Discipline & Cycle Time Optimization:

Implement systematic approaches to project management that drive faster cycle times and closeout discipline. Build consistent processes for scope setting, crew coordination, vendor management, and timeline expectations that can be replicated across all projects.

Customer Experience Excellence:

Develop and demonstrate exceptional customer communication protocols that restore calm and control during crisis situations. Build strong relationships with property managers and adjusters through proactive communication and professional issue resolution.

THE NUTS & BOLTS

Competitive base salary ($65-85K) plus commissions/incentives tied to profit, production and performance. Total expected compensation of $90,000-130,000, with a potential of $150K+ for strong performers. Full benefits package including 401(k) match, health insurance, PTO, and training/development support. Here is the full job description for your review.....

JOMBINE & OUR CLIENT

We are Jombine

• a recruiting partnership that goes far beyond traditional headhunting.

We represent our clients as trusted talent advisors, partnering with leadership teams to find candidates who don't just meet the technical requirements, but genuinely align with their unique culture, values, and team dynamics. Our clients choose us because they know we invest the time to truly understand what makes their organization special

• and then we find candidates who will thrive in that specific environment.

This isn't about placing bodies in seats; it's about identifying people who will contribute to, and be energized by, the culture our clients have worked so hard to build. When you engage with us, you're talking to representatives who deeply understand our client and are committed to ensuring mutual fit. Learn more at www.jombine.com.

THE COMPANY & TEAM

Our client operates one of the largest restoration franchises in the country, serving the dynamic New Jersey restoration market. When disaster strikes

• whether it's a flooded basement, a kitchen fire, or mold discovery in a New Jersey office building
• they're the team that shows up with expertise, empathy, and urgency. What makes this team special isn't just their technical capabilities
• it's their people-first culture built around four core values: Deliver What You Promise (integrity is non-negotiable), Respect the Individual (every person, every time), Take Pride in Your Work (own the outcome), and Always Improve (strive to be better every day).

Their mission is simple but profound: create opportunities for great people to deliver best-in-class results while building lasting careers. They're not just restoring properties; they're restoring hope and normalcy for families and businesses during their greatest time of need.

YOUR DNA

You are a business-minded field leader who thinks like an owner. You understand that great project management isn't just about technical execution

• it's about protecting margins, managing people and vendors, documenting everything correctly, and treating every customer interaction as an opportunity to restore calm and control during chaos.

You bring process discipline to everything you do. You don't just manage projects; you optimize them. You document and communicate before problems become surprises because you understand that your thoroughness protects everyone

• the customer, the company, and your own reputation.

You have genuine empathy for people in crisis combined with the professional discipline to execute efficiently. Customers remember how you show up on their worst days, and you take that responsibility seriously. You can be the calm, reassuring presence they need while simultaneously driving tight timelines and ensuring compliance. You're commercially aware and think strategically about every decision. You protect job profitability not because you're told to, but because you understand the business impact. You manage budgets, control vendor costs, and make real-time decisions that keep projects moving forward. You thrive in high-accountability environments where your performance directly impacts your compensation. You're not looking for a job where you can coast

• you want a role where your excellence is recognized, rewarded, and where you can build something meaningful.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

As the Mitigation Project Manager, you'll own the entire lifecycle of mitigation projects from first notice of loss through successful completion. This role requires someone who can balance technical competency with exceptional communication, organizational skills, and commercial awareness. The Day to Day Manage mitigation projects from first notice of loss through dry-out and transition to reconstruction, treating each file like your name is on the door Conduct thorough inspections, set accurate scopes, create detailed job plans, and coordinate crews, equipment deployment, and vendor management Own all documentation requirements with discipline: moisture logs, photos, daily notes, equipment logs, work authorizations, and TPA/carrier compliance Communicate proactively with customers, property managers, and adjusters; resolve issues quickly and professionally before they escalate Manage job budgets, change conditions, and timeline expectations with a focus on protecting margins while maintaining customer satisfaction Drive cycle time efficiency and closeout discipline through systematic approaches that can be replicated across all projects Collaborate closely with estimators and back office teams to ensure complete billing support and faster collections Participate in on-call rotation and emergency response, understanding that restoration happens on the customer's timeline

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Required:

2-5 years of direct project management experience in property damage mitigation Active IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) certification Demonstrated expertise across mitigation disciplines (water, fire, mold) Proven proficiency with Xactimate software for mitigation estimating Deep understanding of psychrometric principles and structural drying Experience leading mitigation crews through complex emergency response situations Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Preferred:

IICRC Applied Structural Drying (ASD) certification Additional IICRC certifications (AMRT, FSRT, etc.) Experience with large loss mitigation projects ($100K+) Proficiency with restoration job management software platforms Competency, Abilities, and Skills Process discipline and systematic approach to project management Exceptional customer communication and crisis management abilities Commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and profitability Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation Physical ability to conduct field inspections and navigate active job sites Resilience and flexibility to thrive in emergency response environment Collaborative mindset for working with crews, vendors, and cross-functional teams

SALARY & BENEFITS

Competitive base salary of $65,000-85,000 plus performance-based commissions and incentives. Total expected compensation of $90,000-130,000, with a potential of $150K+ for strong performers. Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health, dental and vision insurance 401(k) with company matching Paid time off and flexible schedule Performance-based bonus structure Training & development support Medical reimbursement Company parties and team events

NEXT STEPS

If you're a process-driven professional who wants to make a real difference for people during their worst days while building a meaningful, high-accountability career with serious upside, we want to hear from you. This isn't just about managing projects

• it's about restoring hope, one emergency at a time.

Pay:

$90,000.00

• $150,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Cell phone reimbursement Company truck Dental insurance Fuel card Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Carlstadt, NJ 07072