Construction Manager

Director of Construction – Tampa, FL

Our client, a nationally recognized real estate developer, is seeking a Director of Construction to lead construction operations, tenant improvement projects, and capital improvement initiatives throughout the Tampa market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of construction projects, including tenant improvements, building renovations, and new construction.
• Manage architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors throughout design, permitting, and construction.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, bids, contracts, change orders, and vendor selection.
• Partner closely with leasing and property management teams to deliver an exceptional tenant experience.
• Review plans and specifications to ensure compliance with design standards, budgets, and project timelines.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, safety, and adherence to project schedules.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with tenants, contractors, municipalities, and permitting officials.
• Mentor and lead a team of construction professionals.
• Support capital projects and major maintenance initiatives across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–15+ years of progressive construction management experience.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects, including tenant improvement work.
• Background with developers, owners, major brokerage firms, or commercial general contractors preferred.
• Strong budgeting, project management, and leadership skills.
• Experience overseeing larger-scale commercial projects is highly desirable.

Highlights

• Tampa-based leadership opportunity.
• Significant focus on tenant improvement and commercial interior construction projects.
• Opportunity to work for a nationally recognized real estate developer.
• Strong benefits package.
• Better work-life balance than in many traditional general contractor environments.
• High level of visibility and impact within the organization.