Senior Construction Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction

Salary: $130,000 – $160,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Position Overview

Southern Search has been engaged to hire an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead high-profile, large-scale commercial projects in the Fort Myers area. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to make a visible impact by driving projects from planning through closeout while delivering on schedule, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the master project schedule, collaborating with Superintendents to ensure smooth execution.
• Lead constructability reviews and partner with estimators on alternate methods, logistics planning, staffing strategies, and cost efficiencies.
• Represent the company in preconstruction meetings with owners and architects, aligning design development with project goals, budget, and schedule.
• Assign and oversee responsibilities across the project team, ensuring compliance with contract and administrative requirements.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, architects, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Apply effective communication and conflict resolution strategies to keep projects on track.
• Mentor and develop new staff, helping to grow the next generation of construction leaders.
• Manage project accounting functions, billing, cash flow, and budget tracking with precision.
• Proactively prepare and track Change Orders, ensuring accurate cost projections.
• Deliver clear, accurate Project Status Reports, identifying risks and implementing solutions.
• Oversee construction progress, lead subcontractor meetings, and ensure top-level subcontractor performance.
• Manage project closeout, including documentation and photography for future marketing and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing large commercial construction projects ($10M–$50M+).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated success managing projects exceeding $35M.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Comfortable leading presentations, meetings, and client interactions.
• Solid understanding of contracts, budgets, and risk management.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary: $130,000 – $160,000 plus performance-based bonuses and advancement opportunities.
• $10,000 per year car allowance to support your mobility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company support.
• The chance to lead signature commercial projects that shape the Cape Coral community.
• A collaborative team culture that values your expertise, leadership, and career growth.

Wünschenswerte Fähigkeiten

• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Scheduling
• Team Leadership

• Fort Myers, Florida, United States

Berufserfahrung

• IT Project Manager
• General Management
• General Project Management

Sprachkenntnisse

• English