Construction Sr Project Manager - Higher Education

Barton Malow; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Orlando is seeking a Senior Project Manager with over 8 years of experience in construction management, particularly in higher education. You will oversee complex projects from initial strategy through execution, ensuring safety and quality. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential to mentor teams and manage relationships with stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of educational facilities in Central Florida and requires flexibility for various project locations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in GC/CM Construction Management.
• Healthcare construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide complex campus projects from strategy to closeout.
• Manage project planning, procurement, field execution, and cost management.
• Set safety standards and maintain quality on-site.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Project scheduling

Budget management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline

Job description

Position: Construction Sr. Project Manager – Higher Education

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OVERVIEW

Barton Malow is expanding its presence in the Greater Orlando region and is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager with a passion for shaping the future of higher education. This leader will guide complex campus projects from early preconstruction strategy through final closeout, ensuring each facility supports the evolving needs of students, faculty, and research communities. With a strong pipeline of university work, including academic buildings, research facilities, residence halls, athletic complexes, and student‑life spaces, this role offers the opportunity to influence the next generation of learning environments across Central Florida.

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll serve as the driving force behind project planning, procurement, field execution, cost management, and team leadership. You’ll set the tone for safety and quality on site, build strong relationships with owners and design partners, and mentor project teams while navigating the unique demands of higher education construction. This is a chance to join a collaborative, forward‑thinking team that delivers innovative campus solutions and is trusted by colleges and universities nationwide.

Please note, this position will need to be flexible with project locations within the Greater Orlando region, but initial project placement may be in the Daytona Beach area.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement

• Develop bidders list, including ability to analyze information in CPS and be aware of local market capabilities
• Develop overall bidding strategy for project
• Manage distribution of bidding documents and tracking of bidders, including solicitation of bidders and management of data within CPS
• Organize and conduct pre‑bid meetings
• Manage development of work scopes and mentor others on their creation
• Develop front end documents for bidding based on project needs and requirements of owner contract
• Receive/evaluate bids and conduct post‑bid reviews
• Write subcontracts, both standard subcontract orders and more complex types such as professional services or design‑assist

Planning

• Initiate setup of a complex project schedule and creation of activities and logic, with no/little assistance on durations and schedule flow.
• Develop site logistics plans in conjunction with superintendent
• Set up a multi‑element cash flow and manpower projection analysis at varying stages of the project
• Prepare constructability reviews to determine completeness of documents
• Review estimates prepared by preconstruction group for potential scope holes
• Initiate set up of jobsite, including mobilization of trailer and setup of jobsite staff

Field Operations

• Establish and oversee the safety plan at the jobsite; set safety culture at jobsite
• Ensure punchlist process is completed in a timely manner
• Assist with management of labor relations with field personnel, including interactions with unions
• Implement emergency crisis procedures and ensure staff is appropriately trained
• Facilitate Mechanical/Electrical overhead coordination or BIM process

Cost Management

• Create and manage general conditions budget. Monitor and update projections monthly
• Establish non‑reimbursables based on interpretation of contract; work to minimize their usage
• Set up trade budget structure and log into Prolog
• Review budget entries of others and evaluate reports for accuracy
• Regularly monitor project costs and effectiveness of change management process
• Oversee creation of cost items in prolog and issuance to contractors
• Assist with processing changes to owner agreement
• Support job‑site cash management, including monitoring of job profitability and timeliness of payment

Management

• Facilitate meetings with the project team
• Supervise and mentor project, jobsite staff
• Ensure RFIs and submittals are being appropriately processed by the engineering staff
• Ensure office procedures are implemented, including filing system, correspondence formats, start‑up documents, closeout documents and archiving
• Manage ultimate agency acceptance of the project, including serving as an interface to code officials
• Involvement in seeking repeat and new business sales
• Assist with response to RFPs and preparation of presentations for new projects
• Manage job relations and communication needs with the Architect/Engineer

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
• 8 + years’ experience in GC/CM Construction Management
• Healthcare construction experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills