Project Manager (Historic Restoriation)

Just Construction Recruitment; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Just Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major historic restoration project in Coral Gables. The role requires driving all phases from preconstruction to turnover on time, within budget, and to code, while coordinating with owners, architects, and multiple trades.

The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years in commercial construction with proven history in restoration, renovation, or occupied projects and strong financial oversight and client relations skills.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience on historic restoration, renovation, or remodel projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall management and execution of a major historic restoration project in Coral Gables.
• Manage from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and contracts are met.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.

Skills

Historic restoration

Budget management

Scheduling

Client relations

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering/Architecture degree (preferred)

Job description

Just Construction is partnered with a highly respected General Contractor in South Florida that is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its team and take a leading role on a major historic restoration project in Coral Gables.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager with proven experience working on historic buildings, restoration, renovation, and complex occupied projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing projects valued at $40M+ and be comfortable overseeing the project from preconstruction through completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall management and execution of a major historic restoration project in Coral Gables.
• Manage the project from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and contractual requirements are met.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Manage project budgets, commitments, buyout, change orders, billing, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain project schedules while identifying potential delays and implementing corrective measures.
• Review plans, specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate construction activities across multiple trades and ensure work is progressing in accordance with project requirements.
• Maintain strong communication with project stakeholders and provide regular updates on project progress and financial performance.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable building codes, project specifications, safety requirements, and historic preservation standards.
• Assist with resolving field and contractual issues while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Lead project closeout, punch list, commissioning, turnover, and warranty activities.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of Project Management experience within commercial construction.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred.

Required Skills

• Proven experience with historic restoration, renovation, or remodel projects.
• Experience managing projects valued at $40M+.
• Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling, contracts, subcontractor management, and client relations.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate complex construction activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with common construction project management software and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills

• Historic preservation or restoration projects.
• Complex renovation projects involving existing/occupied structures.
• Experience working with architects, preservation consultants, municipalities, and regulatory authorities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The job description does not include an explicit equal opportunity statement. The company is encouraged to add a statement affirming its commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equal employment opportunities for all candidates.

This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of a significant historic restoration project in Coral Gables while working with an established South Florida General Contractor known for delivering complex construction projects. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong project management experience, historic restoration expertise, and the ability to successfully lead a $40M+ project from start to finish.