Commercial Construction Project Lead

Wharton-Smith; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Project Manager – Commercial to lead complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Ideal candidates have a Civil/Construction degree and 6–10 years of experience, with strong CPM scheduling, project management software proficiency, and proven leadership across multi-discipline teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant field.
• Six to ten years of construction management experience.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout activities.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial reporting.
• Develop, maintain, monitor, and execute project schedules and recovery plans.
• Manage owner contracts, subcontract agreements, procurement activities, and vendor relationships.
• Lead owner, subcontractor, consultant, and internal coordination meetings.
• Oversee project staffing, resource allocation, and operational planning activities.
• Direct and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Monitor project safety, quality control, production performance, and operational efficiency.
• Manage project risks, change orders, claims, and dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct regular project site visits to review progress, field operations, safety compliance, and quality standards.
• Maintain strong client relationships and support repeat business opportunities through exceptional project delivery.
• Partner with the pre-construction team to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work prior to project bidding.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Coordination

Problem Solving

Budgeting

Schedule Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

CPM Scheduling Software

Construction Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Project Manager – Commercial to lead complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Ideal candidates have a Civil/Construction degree and 6–10 years of experience, with strong CPM scheduling, project management software proficiency, and proven leadership across multi-discipline teams.