Project Manager- Ft. Lauderdale FL

Optiline Enterprises Ft. Lauderdale FL In-Person / Jobsite W-2 $108K-$151K Base

The Opportunity

Optiline Enterprises is a large commercial specialty contractor specializing in drywall metal framing acoustical ceilings insulation and interior systems with offices in New England Tennessee and North Carolina and currently expanding operations across the East Coast.

We are on a disciplined path to becoming a $1 billion organization and we are building the operational leadership necessary to support that growth.

This is not a project coordinator role.

The Project Manager owns the successful delivery of assigned commercial construction projects from preconstruction handoff through final closeout. This individual is accountable for financial performance schedule planning client communication safety quality and the coordination of field resources and trade partners.

Our Project Managers work closely with Project Executives field leadership clients subcontractors and internal support teams to identify risk early maintain project predictability and deliver work that strengthens Optilines reputation.

This role provides a defined development path toward increased project responsibility senior project management and future Project Executive opportunities.

What You Will Do

Own Project Delivery

• Lead assigned projects from preconstruction handoff through completion and closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules work plans budgets procurement plans and project objectives
• Coordinate architects engineers general contractors field leadership subcontractors vendors and internal teams
• Identify schedule scope budget and constructability risks early and drive them toward resolution
• Maintain accurate and complete project documentation

Protect Financial Performance

• Own project budgets cost projections labor performance purchasing billing and change management
• Review project financial performance monthly and maintain accurate cost-to-complete forecasts
• Monitor labor productivity and implement corrective action when performance falls behind plan
• Prepare price negotiate and track change orders
• Protect contract margin while maintaining strong client relationships
• Surface financial risk early rather than allowing problems to grow

Lead Field and Trade Coordination

• Partner with field leadership to develop manpower plans work sequences and short-term production goals
• Provide foremen and project teams with clear expectations information and work plans
• Coordinate subcontractor buyout contracts scheduling billings and change orders
• Support material and equipment procurement to maintain workflow and productivity
• Resolve coordination issues directly professionally and within established decision-making lanes

Build Strong Client Relationships

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects
• Communicate project status risks changes and required decisions clearly and consistently
• Build trust by following through on commitments and addressing problems before they become surprises
• Represent Optiline professionally during meetings site visits and project communications
• Help create repeat business through dependable project execution

Drive Safety Quality and Closeout

• Reinforce Optilines safety expectations across every assigned project
• Partner with Safety and field leadership to address unsafe conditions and maintain compliance
• Implement project-specific QA/QC expectations and regularly inspect completed work
• Manage RFIs submittals shop drawings punch lists closeout documents and warranty requirements
• Deliver completed projects that meet contractual requirements and Optilines standards for workmanship

First-Year Priorities

• Learn and consistently follow Optilines project management systems and operating standards
• Assume ownership of an assigned project portfolio and establish clear project operating rhythms
• Develop accurate project forecasts for revenue billing cost labor and profitability
• Build productive relationships with clients field leaders subcontractors and internal partners
• Improve planning documentation and risk identification across assigned projects
• Maintain strong safety quality schedule and client-performance standards
• Demonstrate the capacity and judgment required to manage increased project volume and complexity

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate understands commercial construction and knows how to take ownership of a project.

They can read the drawings understand the contract manage the financials coordinate the field communicate with the client and recognize when a project is beginning to move off plan.

They do not wait for someone else to solve problems. They identify issues early communicate directly and take disciplined action to protect the project the client relationship and the company.

• 3-5 years of commercial construction project management experience
• Experience managing specialty construction interior systems or related commercial scopes
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings specifications contracts and project documents
• Experience managing project budgets schedules labor purchasing billing and change orders
• Strong financial judgment and the ability to identify issues that could affect project profitability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and related business software
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel to assigned jobsites

Strongly Preferred

• Experience with commercial drywall metal framing acoustical ceilings insulation or interior systems
• Experience managing subcontractors and field production teams
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and pricing change orders
• Familiarity with Procore Bluebeam Microsoft Project or similar construction technology
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Business or a related field or equivalent demonstrated experience

Who Thrives at Optiline

We are a high-energy fast-paced construction company. Days move quickly projects are demanding and our clients expect strong execution.

The people who succeed at Optiline are accountable dependable collaborative and proud of what they build. They communicate directly follow established systems and take ownership of results without losing sight of safety quality or relationships.

They understand that opportunity comes with accountability and that strong project leadership requires preparation discipline urgency and follow-through.

If you are the kind of person who sees problems early takes ownership earns trust through execution and wants to grow with a company building for the long term we invite you to apply.

Our Core Values

Family Own It Dependable Passionate Relationships Integrity Innovative Safety

We do not just post these on a wall. We hire for them develop around them and part ways when someone consistently operates outside them.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $108000-$151000 based on experience
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D
• Life/Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Defined advancement path through Optilines Project Manager development levels
• Opportunity to grow into senior project leadership as Optiline continues expanding

About Optiline Enterprises

Our mission is simple:

To positively impact the lives of people in the construction industry through opportunities.

Our vision is ambitious:

To build a $1 billion organization through disciplined values-driven growth market expansion and continuous improvement.

We believe our people are our competitive advantage. As we continue expanding across the East Coast we are building the systems leadership structure and culture necessary to create an organization that lasts.

If you are ready to take ownership of challenging commercial projects and help build Optilines next stage of growth we invite you to apply.

Apply with your resume and someone will contact qualified candidates regarding next steps.

Optiline will conduct a crimimal background check for this position upon offer acceptance.

Required Experience:

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