Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Fort Myers is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to oversee high-end commercial projects. The role demands 10+ years in commercial construction, excellent project management, leadership skills, and a strong business acumen. Responsibilities include managing construction activities, preparing schedules, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Attractive compensation and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employer-Paid Disability Programs

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Corporate Wellness Program

Qualifications

• 10 years of commercial construction experience required.
• Experience in education, hospitality, aviation, or senior living construction.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all administrative and field construction activities.
• Prepare and manage project schedules.
• Negotiate change orders and subcontracts.
• Complete project status reports and financial risk assessments.
• Foster positive relationships with internal and external parties.

Skills

Project management skills

Commercial construction knowledge

Strong business acumen

Relationship building

Excellent verbal and written communication

Conflict resolution

Detail-oriented

Strong negotiation skills

Tools

JDE

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Are you an experienced Project Manager in the commercial construction industry? The Weitz Company is hiring a Senior Construction Project Manager to join our team in Fort Myers, FL working on a high-end, luxury retirement community! This role is responsible for profitably managing all administrative and field construction activities to quality standards, while maintaining relationships with all stakeholders on assigned projects. This individual will often oversee multiple medium-sized projects, a single large-sized project, or an assigned scope on a single, large, complex project. They will demonstrate leadership by following company standards and policies, achieving shared goals, developing others, and building high morale and commitment.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You'll Do

• Provide leadership and management direction to project teams
• Prepare and manage project schedule, identify and address long lead items, update project plan as needed, initiate changes to ensure adherence
• Negotiate and execute change orders, subcontracts, and purchase orders
• Complete monthly project status reports, owner billings, and financial risk assessments
• Identify and recommend value engineering and scope reduction opportunities
• Ensure project safety plan is completed and communicated to project team and subcontractors
• Assist with preconstruction efforts and manage buy-out process
• Detect constructability issues with project design
• Understand contract terms, budgets, insurances, bonds and change orders; ensure adherence including work progress being within scope
• Foster positive relationships with both internal and external parties
• Develop and mentor team members, including delegation of tasks/responsibilities for development, recommend disciplinary action when necessary, delegate job assignments, establish team member goals, and recommend promotions

What We're Looking For

• Experience:
  • 10 years of commercial construction experience working for a general contractor (GC) is required
  • Experience in education, municipal, hospitality, aviation, and/or senior living construction is required
  • Senior living project experience is highly preferred
• Skills:
  • Excellent project management skills and commercial construction knowledge
  • Strong business acumen, tact, and relationship building skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to make sound judgements and decisions
  • Solid leadership skills and comfortable with conflict resolution
  • Analytical thinker with a high level of initiative
  • Adaptable to meet needs of the business and the client
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong negotiation skills
• Technology:
  • Experience with JDE, Procore, Bluebeam is a plus
  • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax‑Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer‑Paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Programs
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.‑based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.