Senior Project Manager - Industrial Tilt
14 hours ago
Tampa
Project Manager – Industrial Tilt-Up Construction At Martin, we take pride in delivering high-quality commercial construction projects that reflect our clients’ vision and our team’s commitment to excellence. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in ground-up industrial construction, specifically tilt-up concrete projects, to join our growing team and lead projects across the country. This is an opportunity for a construction professional who understands the complexities of large-scale industrial development and can confidently lead a project from preconstruction through final closeout. Position Overview The Project Manager will have overall responsibility for the successful execution of ground-up industrial construction projects, with a primary focus on tilt-up warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, and other industrial facilities. This role requires a highly organized, commercially minded construction professional who can manage budgets, schedules, contracts, design coordination, subcontractors, clients, and field operations while maintaining a high level of accountability throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate is polished, professional, proactive, and customer-facing, with the ability to build strong relationships while effectively driving project performance. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution • Lead the successful delivery of ground-up industrial tilt-up construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout., • Develop and maintain comprehensive project execution plans, schedules, budgets, procurement strategies, and milestone tracking., • Establish clear project objectives and ensure the project team remains aligned with scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations., • Partner closely with the Superintendent and field leadership to coordinate daily construction activities and maintain project momentum., • Identify potential project challenges early and develop proactive solutions to minimize delays, cost impacts, and disruptions., • Maintain accountability across the project team, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants. Preconstruction & Planning • Participate in preconstruction activities, including estimating handoff, constructability reviews, value engineering, budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor strategy., • Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents to identify gaps, conflicts, and potential risks., • Assist with project buyout, subcontractor selection, scope leveling, and contract negotiations., • Develop project schedules and coordinate procurement of long-lead materials and equipment., • Coordinate with design teams, architects, engineers, owners, and consultants to resolve design and constructability issues prior to and during construction. Industrial & Tilt-Up Construction • Demonstrate a strong understanding of tilt-up concrete construction and industrial building processes., • Coordinate critical construction activities including sitework, underground utilities, foundations, slab-on-grade, tilt-up panels, structural steel, roofing, MEP systems, and building finishes., • Understand sequencing and dependencies associated with large-scale industrial projects and ensure activities remain aligned with the overall schedule., • Coordinate tilt-up panel production, erection, embeds, structural connections, and related subcontractor activities., • Monitor critical path activities and proactively address schedule risks. Financial & Contract Management • Own project budgets and maintain accurate cost forecasting throughout the project lifecycle., • Review commitments, subcontractor costs, purchase orders, invoices, and project financials., • Manage monthly projections, cost-to-complete forecasting, and project reporting., • Identify potential cost exposures and develop corrective action plans., • Manage the change order process from identification and pricing through negotiation, approval, and execution., • Administer subcontractor agreements and ensure compliance with contractual requirements., • Monitor project profitability and work closely with leadership to achieve financial objectives. Client & Stakeholder Management • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, owners, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders., • Build and maintain strong, professional client relationships throughout the project., • Lead project meetings and provide clear, timely communication regarding schedule, budget, progress, risks, and decisions., • Present project updates to leadership and clients with confidence and professionalism., • Manage expectations and resolve issues while maintaining a solutions-oriented approach., • Represent Martin professionally and protect the company’s reputation and client relationships. Project Controls & Documentation • Maintain accurate project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, contracts, schedules, and closeout documentation., • Manage the RFI and submittal process and ensure timely responses to prevent project delays., • Monitor submittal logs and procurement schedules, particularly for long-lead industrial components., • Utilize Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Excel, and other construction technology to manage project information and reporting., • Maintain organized project records throughout the project lifecycle. Quality, Safety & Closeout • Partner with field leadership to maintain high standards of workmanship and quality., • Ensure projects are executed in accordance with plans, specifications, applicable codes, and Martin standards., • Support a strong safety culture and ensure subcontractors comply with project safety requirements., • Conduct regular project reviews and identify deficiencies before they become costly issues., • Drive the closeout process, including punch lists, commissioning, owner training, warranties, as-builts, and final turnover., • Ensure projects are completed with a high level of quality and client satisfaction. Qualifications • 5+ years of commercial construction Project Management experience, preferably with a General Contractor., • Proven experience managing ground-up industrial construction projects., • Strong tilt-up concrete construction experience is highly preferred., • Experience with industrial, warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or large-scale commercial facilities strongly preferred., • Demonstrated experience managing projects through all phases, from preconstruction through closeout., • Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and subcontractor management., • Experience managing complex projects with significant budgets and multiple stakeholders., • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, critical path scheduling, and project coordination., • Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Excel, or comparable construction software., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong negotiation, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership abilities., • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings and specifications., • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred., • Willingness and ability to travel nationally based on project requirements. What We're Looking For We are looking for more than someone who can manage a schedule. The right Project Manager will be a leader, problem-solver, relationship builder, and business-minded construction professional. The ideal candidate: • Takes ownership and follows through., • Anticipates problems rather than simply reacting to them., • Understands both the field and financial sides of construction., • Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and project partners., • Can confidently manage difficult conversations and negotiate solutions., • Builds trust with Superintendents, subcontractors, owners, architects, and internal leadership., • Understands that successful projects require strong planning, communication, accountability, and execution., • Thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change and decisions need to be made quickly., • Takes pride in delivering projects safely, profitably, on schedule, and to a high standard of quality. Why Martin? • Join a growing, third-generation commercial construction company with a strong reputation for quality and integrity., • Opportunity to work on high-profile ground-up industrial and tilt-up projects nationwide., • Significant opportunity for professional growth as Martin continues to expand., • Collaborative, team-oriented leadership environment., • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits., • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the growth and success of the company., • Work alongside experienced construction professionals who value accountability, communication, and excellence. If you are an experienced Project Manager who understands ground-up industrial and tilt-up construction, knows how to lead complex projects, and takes pride in delivering exceptional results, we want to hear from you. Join Martin and help us build what’s next.