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Construction Project Manager (Central or Western US)

Signature Aviation, Orlando, FL, United States


Job Description
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning and overseeing capital and insurer-related projects of $5M or less along with facility improvements. The manager will support the Property Improvement department by performing various duties and initiatives. Duties include but are not limited to the development of bid documents/awards, working closely with Architects and Engineers to establish project requirements, updating stakeholders on the construction status, conducting routine site visits to review progress, and facilitating efforts for a successful project close-out.

Responsibilities

Oversight and management of the five phases of capital, insurer‑related, and repair & maintenance projects: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure

Execute project estimating, request for proposals (RFP), analysis of bids, and project execution

Establish project budgets and control project costs

Works with Procurement to complete the financial analysis of the request for proposals and provides recommendations to internal stakeholders

Support negotiation and administration of all contracts and agreements supporting properties, including developing bid documents, identifying potential bidders, and awards. This shall include coordination with Legal and Risk Management to ensure vendors are properly vetted and insured

Ability to review construction cost line items with recommendations on cost control and approach to project

Coordinates with internal stakeholders on program development of capital projects and repair & maintenance

Leads and directs project team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures, and guidelines, including but not limited to coordinating with Commercial and Operations on incorporation of design principles and best pricing and preferred vendor practices with Procurement

Consistently provides management and oversight on project development, design, and activities. Activities include coordinating routine status meetings with all parties involved in the project, such as the architects, consultants, contractors, sub‑contractors, and internal stakeholders. Status meetings will be a combination of virtual and in‑person

Conduct frequent and detailed site visits to gain insight into work progress, increase team efficiency and productivity, and mitigate potential mistakes/delays

Communicate effectively with the vendors, consultants, and contractors responsible for completing various phases of the project. Key communications include ongoing review, confirmation, and internal coordination of development/design/construction drawings/specifications, other regulatory paperwork, and licensing requirements

Ensures projects are completed within the designated schedule and approved budget. This is performed through budget management, expense tracking, and risk management

Leads and manages all parties involved in the project, such as the architects, consultants, contractors, and sub‑contractors

Responsible for managing all required close‑out documents for the project in a secure database for access and download by all authorized users and providing local management with a copy for their records

Invoicing and billing management through coordinating payments and cash flow for respective construction projects

Assembles weekly progress reports and monthly capital project performance reports

Responsible for managing budgets on assigned projects and ensuring previously authorized amounts are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications
Minimum Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction, Engineering, or another business‑related field is required

Master's degree or advanced certification (e.g., CCM, PMP, LEED AP) preferred

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role, preferably in Project Management, Construction, Operations, or Finance/Audit

Strong analytical skills

Related technical experience may be considered in place of education requirements

Additional Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of Project Management, Procurement, Risk/Insurance, and Accounts Payable functions

Ability to interact with leadership, key stakeholders, team members, and suppliers in a professional manner

Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite

Superior time management skills

Excellent leadership skills

Experience with Microsoft Project, ProCore, PMWeb, and Bluebeam.

Ability to work autonomously while providing oversight and updates to leadership

The job will require 75% travel and a valid driver's license

About Us
With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organization and a certified Great Place to Work™, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000‑strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programs, and resources to support our team members’ overall well‑being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the neighborhoods where we operate, empowering the next generation of aviation professionals, and supporting our veterans.

From your health to your financial wellness, there are several benefits for you and your family when joining Signature Aviation.

Our Benefits

Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance

Identity Theft and Legal Services

Paid time off

Paid Maternity Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or other protected characteristics.

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