Project Manager / Retail Construction

Project Manager / Retail Construction Experience

Location: Orlando, Florida

Company Profile

Our client is a full-service General Contractor that has operated continuously since 1989 and is licensed in five states. The firm delivers construction services across retail, commercial, institutional, and industrial markets and is well known for quality workmanship and strong client relationships—evidenced by a 90% + repeat business rate.

With a strong pipeline of work driven by experienced leadership and sound decision-making, this organization offers a true team-oriented culture where employees are valued, supported, and appreciated. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a stable company that has earned an excellent reputation in the industry.

Why Join This Team

This company offers all the benefits expected from a solid, career-focused firm—and more:

• Comprehensive benefits program

  • Health insurance (100% employer-paid)

  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance

  • Dental and vision coverage

  • Optional spouse life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Vehicle Allowance and fuel card

• Vacation and sick leave

• Paid holidays and personal days

• Payroll savings plan

• Substantial Bonus opportunity

• Opportunity to work with a well-established company with a stellar reputation

The Role

The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring new construction and renovation projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and will lead the coordination of all project activities from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project schedules using computer-based scheduling software

• Anticipate, identify, and negotiate changes to the documented scope of work

• Coordinate and monitor all construction activities for new builds and facility upgrades

• Administer contracts, including subcontracts and material purchasing, in accordance with company policies and procedures

• Implement project scope, schedules, and cost estimates for renovations, build-outs, new facilities, and acquisitions

• Establish structure and organization for managing complex projects with a focus on quality, productivity, and consistency

• Manage multiple active projects simultaneously

• Collaborate with and support the Estimating Department when appropriate

Background Profile

• Minimum of 7 years of commercial construction project management experience

• Commercial project management experience required in retail construction - big box experience strongly desired.

• Knowledge of tilt-wall construction, steel beam, and concrete construction

• Excellent analytical, budgeting, and scheduling skills

• Proven experience preparing written cost estimates, supporting narratives, and formal proposals

• Experience managing negotiated work

• Strong ability to manage contract documents and written scopes of work to ensure customer satisfaction and budget compliance

• Knowledge of labor laws, construction contracts, construction administration, and construction dispute resolution processes

• Experience with quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a highly organized approach to workflow and documentation

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships