Project Manager II

Gilbane Building Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company in Orlando seeks a Project Manager II to serve as the on-site leader responsible for the direction, completion, and financial outcome of a medium-sized construction project. The role is on the job site every day and requires hands-on project leadership.

You will build high‑performing teams, manage risk and change, collaborate with the client and subcontractors, and apply project controls to meet safety, schedule, and budget goals while upholding Gilbane’s standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 5–10 years of experience (or equivalent) in construction/project management.
• Strong technical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of industry-standard software, Microsoft Office (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the project safety plan and provide job-site leadership.
• Develop project controls and procedures, and create risk-mitigation processes to manage contract requirements.
• Establish and monitor the change-management process and project financial forecast to meet contract requirements.
• Create and manage a project-specific quality plan aligned with the owner contract and assist with execution.
• Create and manage a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents and assist with execution.
• Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintain a positive work environment, including supervising work and establishing operational priorities.
• Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks.
• Contribute to the subcontracting strategy; write scopes and other deliverables to ensure the integrity of the buyout process.
• Implement and enforce all aspects of contracts, participate in risk-mitigation plans, and prepare draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Participate in enrollment for insurance and bonds; track and obtain trade contractors’ compliance.
• Provide planning support and be accountable for estimates of select bid packages and contributing to GMP preparation.
• Conduct constructability and coordination reviews.
• Create CPM schedule and prepare monthly schedule updates.
• Develop a basic understanding of local market areas and create a networking strategy.
• Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, including performance metrics on assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.
• Manage workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
• Aid in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Project Manager II to serve as the on‑site manager, responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a medium‑sized construction project. This position will be on the job site every day and will fill a key role on the project team.

As a Top‑10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel, determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You build high‑performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market and economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering long‑term opportunities and risks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the project safety plan and provide job‑site leadership.
• Develop project controls and procedures, and create risk‑mitigation processes to manage contract requirements.
• Establish and monitor the change‑management process and project financial forecast to meet contract requirements.
• Create and manage a project‑specific quality plan aligned with the owner contract and assist with execution.
• Create and manage a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents and assist with execution.
• Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintain a positive work environment, including supervising work and establishing operational priorities.
• Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks.
• Contribute to the subcontracting strategy; write scopes and other deliverables to ensure the integrity of the buyout process.
• Implement and enforce all aspects of contracts, participate in risk‑mitigation plans, and prepare draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Participate in enrollment for insurance and bonds; track and obtain trade contractors’ compliance.
• Provide planning support and be accountable for estimates of select bid packages and contributing to GMP preparation.
• Conduct constructability and coordination reviews.
• Create CPM schedule and prepare monthly schedule updates.
• Develop a basic understanding of local market areas and create a networking strategy.
• Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, including performance metrics on assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.
• Manage workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
• Aid in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 5‑10 years of experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong technical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of industry‑standard software, Microsoft Office (preferred).

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan.

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.