Senior Project Manager (Aerospace & Defense) - Orlando, FL

Key Job Responsibilities

• Build and manage bidders lists with a strong understanding of local market capabilities
• Develop project-specific bidding strategies
• Lead distribution of bid documents and manage bidder engagement
• Organize and run pre-bid meetings
• Oversee bidder Q&A and ensure clarity across all scopes
• Develop detailed work scopes and mentor others in their creation
• Prepare front-end bid documents aligned with owner requirements
• Evaluate bids, conduct post-bid reviews, and award packages
• Write and negotiate subcontracts, including complex agreements (professional services, design-assist, etc.)
• Create and manage the general conditions budget
• Identify and minimize non-reimbursable costs
• Set up trade budgets and maintain accurate logs in Prolog
• Review budget entries and validate reporting accuracy
• Monitor project costs and ensure effective change management
• Oversee creation and issuance of cost items to contractors
• Support owner contract changes and amendments
• Monitor job profitability and payment timeliness
• Establish and champion the jobsite safety plan and culture
• Ensure timely and thorough punchlist completion
• Support labor relations and union interactions as needed
• Implement emergency and crisis procedures and ensure team readiness
• Manage owner equipment coordination
• Facilitate MEP overhead coordination and/or BIM processes
• Lead project team meetings and maintain strong communication channels
• Mentor and supervise jobsite staff, fostering growth and accountability
• Ensure timely processing of RFIs and submittals
• Implement office procedures for documentation, correspondence, and archiving
• Manage relationships with architects, engineers, and code officials
• Oversee agency acceptance and final approvals
• Support pursuit of new work, including RFP responses and presentations

Required Knowledge, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field; advanced degrees or certifications preferred.
• Proven experience (7+ years) managing large-scale aerospace and defense construction projects.
• Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards, regulations, and security protocols.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Must be able to successfully complete an extensive background check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Veterans encouraged to apply.