Project Manager

Elite Recruiting Co; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits package

Career growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Elite Recruiting Co is seeking a Project Manager for commercial and institutional construction projects in South Florida. The role focuses on managing projects from preconstruction through closeout, with a preference for candidates who have handled $1M–$5M scopes and Florida experience.

Ideal candidates will lead planning, scheduling, and budgets, coordinating with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients while ensuring code, safety, and contract compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing commercial/institutional projects in the $1M–$5M range.
• Experience from preconstruction/turnover through closeout preferred.
• South Florida construction experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management software such as Procore.
• Organized, accountable and proactive in a fast-paced commercial construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and institutional construction projects ranging from $1M to $5M from preconstruction/turnover through closeout.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and budgeting to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and manage contracts, change orders, and RFIs.
• Oversee procurement and materials management.
• Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings to monitor status and quality.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, building codes, and safety standards.
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, final inspections, and documentation.
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear, proactive communication.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Job description

Project Manager

Miami, FL

Our client is a growing commercial and institutional construction firm based in South Florida. As they continue to expand, they’re looking for an organized, accountable, and proactive Project Manager to join their team.

Position Summary

The Project Manager will manage commercial and institutional construction projects in the $1M to $5M range. Strong preference for candidates with experience managing projects from preconstruction/turnover through closeout, and for candidates with South Florida construction experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and institutional construction projects ranging from $1M to $5M from preconstruction/turnover through closeout.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and budgeting to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and manage contracts, change orders, and RFIs.
• Oversee procurement and materials management.
• Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings to monitor project status and quality.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, building codes, and safety standards.
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, final inspections, and documentation.
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear, proactive communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing commercial and institutional construction projects in the $1M to $5M range.
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction/turnover through closeout strongly preferred.
• South Florida construction experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Procore).
• Organized, accountable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced commercial construction environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and construction industry benefits package.
• Performance-based bonus program.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly expanding firm.

We believe that great projects start with great people. As we continue to expand across South Florida, we’re looking for organized, accountable, and proactive professionals who thrive in a fast-paced commercial construction environment. If you take pride in quality, value teamwork, and want to make an impact, we want to hear from you.