0521 - Project Manager (Commercial Construction)

Project Manager – Commercial Restaurant Construction (High-End Hospitality)

Location: Deerfield Beach, FL or Miami, FL
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary: $110,000–$130,000 annually (based on experience)

About the Company

Our client is an established commercial general contractor specializing in the construction of high-end restaurants across the United States. Licensed in more than 30 states, they have built a reputation for quality, long-term client relationships, and exceptional project execution.Unlike many contractors that hire based on project needs, this company hires for long-term careers. They offer a supportive, family-oriented culture where teamwork, stability, and professional growth are highly valued.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven background managing high-end hospitality construction projects—specifically formal/fine dining restaurants, hotel food & beverage spaces, and country club environments—for a commercial general contractor.
This position is responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously from project turnover through closeout while ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards. The Project Manager works closely with owners, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and executive leadership to deliver successful projects and maintain exceptional client relationships.The position reports directly to the Vice President of Project Management.Responsibilities

• Manage 3–5 commercial construction projects simultaneously.
• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, budgets, and schedules.
• Lead project turnover meetings and coordinate project startup activities.
• Manage project schedules and monitor overall project progress.
• Coordinate permitting and project documentation.
• Oversee subcontractor buyout, vendor purchasing, and contract administration.
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices and project-related expenses.
• Prepare owner billings and monitor project financial performance.
• Review, negotiate, and process subcontractor and owner change orders.
• Conduct routine project site visits.
• Maintain communication with owners, architects, subcontractors, field staff, and internal teams.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, construction documents, and project correspondence.
• Review daily field reports and maintain project issue logs.
• Coordinate project closeout, punch lists, warranties, manuals, and final documentation.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably while maintaining excellent client relationships.

Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum of 5 years of Project Management experience with a commercial General Contractor.
• Direct experience managing high-end restaurant/hospitality construction projects (fine/formal dining, hotel F&B, and/or country clubs strongly preferred).
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, contract administration, and project management.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full Cycle PM experience with upscale steakhouses, luxury seafood restaurants, chef-driven restaurants, white-tablecloth Italian or French restaurants, and expensive restaurants in luxury hotels.
• Proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Project
  • Procore
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Stable work history with demonstrated longevity. Candidates with frequent job changes will not be considered.
• Ability to provide a project list outlining completed projects with your resume.

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Equivalent construction management experience will be considered.
• Minimum of five years of related Project Management experience.

Work Location & Travel

• Position may be based from either the Deerfield Beach or Miami office.
• Employees based in Miami are required to report to the Deerfield Beach office every Monday.
• Travel is minimal and primarily consists of project site visits.
• Mileage is reimbursed at the current IRS rate for business travel exceeding a 20-mile round trip.
• No vehicle allowance is provided.