Project Manager - Educational Construction

Opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to oversee ground‑up and renovation projects for K‑12 schools and Higher Education institutions across the Orlando market.

Perfect for a detail‑driven leader skilled in owner communication, scheduling, and delivering complex institutional projects.

Client Details

A well‑established commercial general contractor with a strong reputation in the Florida education sector. They deliver high‑quality K‑12 and Higher Ed projects and offer a collaborative, growth-focused culture where project managers are empowered and supported by an experienced leadership team.

Description

• Manage K‑12 and Higher Education projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Serve as primary liaison between the owner, design teams, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation.
• Conduct site visits and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractor performance and negotiate scopes of work.
• Run OAC meetings and provide clear project status updates.
• Oversee project delivery, punch lists, turnover packages, and warranty coordination.
• Mentor assistant PMs, project engineers, and site staff.

Profile

• 5-10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Strong background managing K‑12 and/or Higher Ed projects.
• Experience with ground‑up institutional buildings, site development, and MEP coordination.
• Proficient with project management platforms (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Strong communicator with excellent organization and client‑facing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, budgets, and subcontractor performance.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary aligned with Orlando's market center.
• Annual performance‑based bonus.
• Full benefits package: health, retirement plan, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Opportunity to lead marquee education projects with long-term pipeline stability.
• Supportive leadership team and clear opportunities for upward mobility.

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