What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Foresight?
We are searching for a Project Manager who has a passion and desire to improve the lives of others. The successful candidate will play a critical role in project success by overseeing all construction efforts on their assigned project.
As a Project Manager, you will be leading the project team to ensure that your assigned project is coherent with established project schedule, within the project’s allocated budget, and constructed safely while in accordance with project design.
About Foresight:
Foresight is one of the fastest-growing construction management firms in Florida with offices in Tampa, Jacksonville, and Gainesville. Our company name is not random – it has a purpose and reflects the approach we take to predict, plan, and prepare for success from the start of every project. And we apply this approach to the people we hire – we plan and prepare for your success throughout your entire journey at Foresight. As one of Florida’s Top 100 places to work and one of the Inc. 500 fastest-growing companies in America, we focus on our people by creating growth opportunities for team members and always striving to be the best place to work. Additionally, Foresight embraces a culture of safety first and safety always. We want to make sure all of our employees, subcontractors, clients, and the public are kept safe by prioritizing safety in everything we do.
Foresight was established in 2008 and has since transitioned from an emerging startup to an established industry leader with a successful and diverse portfolio across the Southeastern United States and the Caribbean. We specialize in serving clients in the government, education, healthcare, transportation, and commercial markets. This diverse experience allows us to see projects from every angle – that’s why leading organizations choose us. This success is directly linked to our people and the Core Values that we look for in every team member: Can-do attitude, Ownership mentality, Responsiveness, and Spirit of Excellence. Focusing on putting others first empowers our team to create a better future for the people that work for and with us and the communities we serve. Simply put, our passion is to build a great company marked by a culture of service that improves the lives of others.
General Responsibilities:
- Lead the procurement, coordination, and execution of large-scale construction projects ($5M-$50M), ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
- Develop and manage contracts with subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget.
- Create and maintain detailed project schedules that account for milestones, deliverables, and critical path, regularly updating leadership.
- Optimize manpower allocation through careful projections and real-time analysis, adapting resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Champion safety on the jobsite, driving a strong safety culture and ensuring all safety plans are effectively implemented.
- Oversee cost management, including job profitability, forecasting, and reporting to ensure financial success.
- Manage and mentor the project team, including Project Engineers and Superintendents, to drive efficiency and collaboration.
- Collaborate with design teams and subcontractors to address field conditions promptly and keep the project on course.
- Interface with clients to build strong, positive relationships, maintaining clear and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications:
- 3 years of experience in construction project management
- Strong understanding of construction safety standards and a commitment to enforcing a safety-first culture
- Experience with project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, P6) and strong understanding of construction cost management
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with clients, design teams, and subcontractors
Benefits:
- Best in class work culture
- 100% Employee health, dental and vision insurance coverage
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Professional development assistance
Foresight Construction Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
