Project Manager / Retail Construction

Project Manager

Location: Orlando, Florida

Company Profile

Our client is a full‑service General Contractor operating continuously since 1989 and licensed across five states, with the majority of work concentrated in Florida. The firm delivers projects in the retail, commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors and is recognized for exceptional workmanship and long‑standing client relationships—reflected in a repeat‑business rate exceeding 90%.

Driven by experienced leadership and a strong pipeline of work, the company offers a genuinely team‑oriented culture where committed, high‑performing employees are valued and supported. This is a long‑term career opportunity with a stable, reputable organization known for doing things the right way.

Why Join This Team

A career here means joining a company that invests in its people and rewards performance. Benefits include:

• Health insurance (100% employer‑paid)

• Short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, dental and vision coverage

• Optional spouse life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Vehicle allowance and fuel card

• Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and personal days

• Payroll savings plan

• Substantial bonus potential

• Low turnover and a strong reputation in the industry

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

• Highly driven, ambitious, and results‑oriented professional with a strong sense of accountability

• 5–10 years of commercial project management experience; retail construction (especially big‑box) strongly preferred

• Knowledge of tilt‑wall, steel beam, and concrete construction is a plus

• Strong analytical, budgeting, and scheduling capabilities

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

• Experience managing negotiated work

• Ability to interpret and manage contract documents and scopes of work to ensure customer satisfaction and budget compliance

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

• Experience with quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance

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

• Relationship‑builder with a track record of maintaining strong professional partnerships