Construction Project Manager III

Job Details

Title: Construction Project Manager III
Location: Merritt Island, FL
W2 Contract with strong potential for conversion to Direct Hire
Pay Range: Market Rate
Medical Benefits & PTO Included
Work Environment: Fully Onsite

Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and reporting
• Cookordination with general contractors, subcontractors, resident engineers, and stakeholders
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance
• Review and manage construction documentation, permits, inspections, and approvals
• Support and assist with contract negotiations and contractor management
• Evaluate and process change orders, payment applications, invoices, and project expenditures
• Ensure project compliance with state, federal, and local regulations
• Manage project risks, schedule impacts, and mitigation plans
• Deliver project status reports, proposals, executive updates, and presentations
• Enforce company safety, quality, and ethical standards
• Coordinate project phasing and sequencing strategies
• Resolve field issues and proactively manage project challenges
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and business partners
• Monitor contractor performance through frequent site visits
• Support development of short- and long-term project schedules
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining project objectives

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
• 5+ years of onsite Construction Project Management, Project Coordination, Facilities Management, or related experience
• Experience managing construction projects throughout the entire project lifecycle
• Experience coordinating contractors, subcontractors, and onsite construction activities
• Experience with construction budgets, schedules, project controls, and reporting
• Proficiency with: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Visio
• Experience with construction/project management tools: Primavera P6, MS Project, PMWeb, Smartsheet, Similar project controls platforms
• Knowledge of: Construction permitting, Inspections, Building codes, Safety compliance requirements, OSHA Certification
• Ability to work onsite and perform site inspections, including climbing stairs and navigating active construction environments
• Strong problem-solving and project leadership skills
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), Refugee, Asylee
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in: Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Related discipline
• Experience managing large-scale capital construction projects
• Experience supporting aerospace, manufacturing, industrial, or mission-critical facilities
• Strong contract administration and negotiation experience
• Experience collaborating across geographically dispersed teams
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in challenging environments
• Strong business management and strategic planning capabilities