Job Description

Commercial Project Manager – Tampa / St. Petersburg, FL

A highly respected Tampa/St Petersburg area commercial general contractor is in need of a Project Manager for their growing team. 

This is an opportunity for a PM who knows how to take ownership of a project, build strong relationships with clients and subcontractors, and keep both the field and office moving in the same direction. You’ll have the support and resources to be successful without layers of unnecessary bureaucracy slowing you down.

The company has a strong pipeline of commercial work throughout the Tampa Bay metro area and is looking for someone who wants to become an important part of the team.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction and turnover through closeout, with responsibility for the financial health, schedule, communication, and overall success of your projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage projects from preconstruction through final completion
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost reports
• Lead subcontractor buyout, contract administration, and change management
• Work closely with Superintendents to keep field operations and project objectives aligned
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement, pay applications, and project documentation
• Maintain strong communication with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Identify potential issues early and drive solutions before they impact the project
• Lead owner and project meetings with confidence
• Maintain accountability for project profitability, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction
• Support and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers as appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience with a general contractor
• Proven experience managing commercial projects as a Project Manager
• Strong understanding of project financials, cost control, scheduling, subcontractor management, and contracts
• Ability to successfully partner with field leadership
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable making decisions
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but relevant construction experience is equally valued

Why This Opportunity?

This isn’t a role where you’ll disappear into a huge organization or spend your days fighting internal red tape.

You’ll have visibility, autonomy, and a seat at the table while working with a team that values experienced construction professionals and trusts them to do their jobs.

The company offers:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Vehicle allowance
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Strong backlog of commercial projects
• Long-term advancement opportunities
• Local Tampa Bay work

If you’re a commercial construction Project Manager who wants to work on meaningful projects, have ownership over your work, and join a team where strong performers have room to grow, apply now. 

Apply online or email your resume to Kenna Warren at kenna.warren@gogpac.com. 

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.