Senior Project Manager

Position Summary

A privately held, self‑funded real estate ownership and development firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to work closely alongside the Head of Construction
, supporting the planning, budgeting, and delivery of commercial real estate projects across an active Florida portfolio. This hire is a critical “right‑hand” addition designed to provide stronger front‑end cost leadership and high‑level project oversight.

This role is built for a seasoned construction professional who brings strong cost judgment, practical building knowledge, and the ability to operate at a senior level within an owner‑led organization. The Senior Project Manager will play a key role in guiding projects from early feasibility and budgeting through construction and close‑out—balancing cost, schedule, quality, tenant needs, and long‑term asset value.

• Provide high‑level oversight across multiple commercial development and redevelopment projects, ensuring alignment with ownership objectives, leasing commitments, and long‑term asset strategy.
• Support the Head of Construction as a true right‑hand partner—helping prioritize workload, identify risks, and keep projects moving forward.
• Maintain working knowledge of active projects across the portfolio, surfacing concerns early and helping solve issues before they escalate.
• Lead and qualify early‑stage budgets used for internal approvals and deal‑making (not bid‑driven estimating).
• Evaluate feasibility of tenant requirements and scope requests using strong pricing knowledge and building fluency.
• Partner with internal estimators and project teams to refine budgets as projects progress from early planning into execution.
• Support constructability reviews, scope alignment, and cost planning through design development.
• Stay engaged throughout construction to ensure schedule integrity, cost controls, and quality standards are maintained.
• Assist in reviewing and advising on change orders, cost impacts, and scope shifts, including communicating “why” behind changes to internal stakeholders.
• Anticipate field‑driven issues and help guide resolution plans based on prior full‑cycle project experience.
• Serve as a go‑to contact for internal stakeholders (leasing/tenants), reducing the volume of escalations to the Head of Construction.
• Communicate project status, risks, schedule constraints, and budget updates clearly and professionally.
• Support executive‑level decision‑making with sound recommendations grounded in cost, constructability, and practical delivery strategy.
• Contribute to improving internal workflows, reporting standards, and project controls.
• Mentor/support project managers as needed (no direct reports initially, but leadership growth is expected over time).
• Lead by example with a “doer” mindset—hands‑on, collaborative, and willing to jump in where needed.

• 8–15+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction with strong exposure to budgeting and pre‑construction.
• Background in a small‑to‑midsize general contractor environment strongly preferred (less layered, more full‑scope accountability).
• Demonstrated history of wearing multiple hats (estimating + PM + operations; superintendent exposure is a plus) and understanding projects start‑to‑finish.
• Strong cost judgment and the ability to validate feasibility of tenant scopes and building requirements.
• Experience delivering ground‑up and major renovation work across retail, industrial/warehouse, office, or mixed‑use assets.
• Preference for candidates showing tenure and growth within organizations (short stints require clear explanation).
• Confident communicator able to interface at the executive level and act as a trusted internal partner.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and solutions‑driven.
• Valid driver’s license required.