Senior Project Manager – Sports & Entertainment Construction

AECOM; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunt Construction Group, operating as part of AECOM Hunt in Tampa, seeks an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead a major sports and entertainment construction program. The role covers preconstruction through turnover, with responsibility for budgets, schedules, procurement and stakeholder coordination on a high-profile venue.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in large commercial builds, familiarity with stadiums or arenas, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale commercial construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for all phases of construction from preconstruction through turnover.
• Manage project budgets, cost controls, forecasting, cash flow and schedule performance.
• Lead and coordinate project teams including engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers and consultants.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, buyout, and vendor management.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules with critical milestones.
• Manage sequencing, site logistics and coordination of multiple trades.
• Lead owner, architect and contractor meetings and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, contract administration and documentation.
• Identify and mitigate construction risks, schedule impacts and budget concerns.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, permitting and regulatory standards.
• Maintain quality assurance, quality control and jobsite safety.
• Provide executive-level reporting on project financials, progress, risks and performance.
• Oversee commissioning, punch-list, closeout and turnover.
• Mentor and develop project management staff for accountability and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Sports & Entertainment Construction

• Full-time
• State/Province: Florida
• Business Group: CM
• Legal Entity: Hunt Construction Group
• Business Line: CM Construction Management
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: CM
• Primary Location: US - Tampa, FL - 7650 W Courtney Cam
• Compensation: USD 145,000 - USD 195,000 - yearly

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Hunt Construction is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead a major, high-profile sports and entertainment construction project in Tampa, Florida.

This individual will oversee all aspects of project execution, including preconstruction, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, construction operations, and final project delivery.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience managing large-scale, complex commercial construction projects, with a strong preference for experience involving professional sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, and other large public assembly facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all phases of construction, from preconstruction through project completion and turnover.
• Manage project budgets, cost controls, financial forecasting, cash flow, and schedule performance.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, including project engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, buyout, and vendor management.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring critical milestones and completion dates are achieved.
• Manage complex construction sequencing, site logistics, and coordination of multiple trades.
• Lead owner, architect, and contractor meetings and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, contract administration, and project documentation.
• Identify and mitigate construction risks, schedule impacts, and budget concerns.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, building codes, permitting requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality assurance, quality control, and jobsite safety.
• Provide regular executive-level reporting on project financials, progress, risks, and overall performance.
• Oversee commissioning, punch-list completion, closeout, and final turnover.
• Mentor and develop project management personnel while promoting accountability and collaboration across the project team.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale commercial construction projects.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with professional sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, convention centers, or major public assembly facilities strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage substantial construction budgets, complex schedules, and large subcontractor teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, building systems, contract administration, and project controls.
• Experience with Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam, and other construction management platforms.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage high-profile projects with demanding schedules and multiple stakeholders.

Candidates with experience in the following environments will be especially attractive:

• Professional sports stadium construction and renovations.
• Major league sports and entertainment facilities.
• Multi-purpose sports arenas and indoor event venues.
• Complex structural steel, concrete, MEP, and specialty systems construction.
• Projects involving premium seating, suites, concessions, club spaces, and fan experience amenities.

Additional Information:

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position is not hybrid nor remote.

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