The posting
Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded General Contractor throughout the Southeast, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Project Manager – Commercial. We are currently seeking someone who is willing to work in Hollywood, FL. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, financial performance, and completion of assigned construction projects. This role oversees all aspects of project operations including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, contract administration, client relations, risk management, and field coordination to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with company standards. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for owners, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams and is accountable for achieving project objectives while maintaining strong client relationships and operational excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout activities. Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial reporting. Develop, maintain, monitor, and execute project schedules and recovery plans. Manage owner contracts, subcontract agreements, procurement activities, and vendor relationships. Lead owner, subcontractor, consultant, and internal coordination meetings. Oversee project staffing, resource allocation, and operational planning activities. Direct and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers. Monitor project safety, quality control, production performance, and operational efficiency. Manage project risks, change orders, claims, and dispute resolution processes. Conduct regular project site visits to review progress, field operations, safety compliance, and quality standards. Maintain strong client relationships and support repeat business opportunities through exceptional project delivery. Partner with the pre-construction team to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work prior to project bidding.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant field. Six (6) to ten (10) years of construction management experience. Proven ability to independently manage complex construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with Senior Project Managers, Project Executives, Superintendents, and General Superintendents regarding project status, issues, and resource requirements. Experience supporting project startup and mobilization activities. Ability to establish and maintain clear managerial and administrative responsibilities within the project team. Demonstrated leadership experience assisting with the management of field personnel to ensure efficient operations, strong project performance, and successful results. Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills with the ability to support the professional growth of team members at varying experience and career levels. Ability to foster positive team morale, encourage collaboration, and promote a strong team-oriented environment. Ability to develop effective presentations and project-specific content for qualification packages. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments and functions. Proficiency with computer-based CPM scheduling programs. Proficiency with construction management software. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Ability to occasionally lift and move office products and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds and meet the physical requirements necessary to perform essential job functions. Ability to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends as required by project schedules and operational demands. Ability to travel regularly to project sites and regional offices as needed to support project operations and business objectives.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc). Notice to Staffing Agencies Wharton-Smith, Inc. will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Wharton-Smith, Inc., including unsolicited resumes sent to a Wharton-Smith, Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Wharton-Smith, Inc. employees, or to Wharton-Smith, Inc.'s resume database will be considered Wharton-Smith, Inc. property. Wharton-Smith, Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Wharton-Smith, Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Wharton-Smith, Inc.'s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Wharton-Smith, Inc. will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Wharton-Smith, Inc.'s Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Wharton-Smith, Inc. employee is authorized to bind Wharton-Smith, Inc. to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
