Job Description

MalaceHR is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager: Construction Monitoring to support large-scale construction and property assessment projects throughout the Southeast region. This role is fully remote but requires frequent regional travel, with candidates ideally located in the Tampa or Fort Lauderdale area to minimize travel demands.

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) will oversee multiple active construction projects, perform site inspections, monitor project progress, review financial documentation, and provide detailed reporting to clients and stakeholders. This position is ideal for a highly organized construction professional with strong technical expertise, client-facing experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

This role supports a broad portfolio of projects across multiple industries and asset types, requiring a “jack-of-all-trades” mindset and strong adaptability.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Approximately 20% travel required throughout the Southeast region, including Florida, the Carolinas, New Orleans, and occasional Caribbean travel

Travel & Expenses

• Frequent site visits required
• Typically 1–2 site visits per day during the first half of the month, with reporting and administrative responsibilities during the second half
• Mileage and travel expenses reimbursed per company travel and expense policies
• Valid driver’s license required

Key Responsibilities

Construction Progress Monitoring

• Conduct on-site inspections of active construction projects
• Evaluate construction progress, workmanship quality, and compliance with plans/specifications
• Document observations with detailed notes and photographs
• Monitor critical path items and project schedules
• Identify project risks, delays, and deficiencies

Documentation Management

• Review and track construction documentation including:
  • Draw requests
  • Change orders
  • Contracts
  • Lien waivers
  • Inspection reports
  • Test reports and certifications
• Monitor permit status and expiration dates
• Review Architect’s Certificates for Payment and related project documentation

Financial & Budget Analysis

• Review contractor payment applications and developer draw requests
• Analyze hard and soft cost budgets
• Monitor contingencies and project funding adequacy
• Evaluate subcontractor payment tracking and bonding requirements
• Assess reasonableness of change orders and potential schedule impacts

Reporting & Client Communication

• Prepare detailed Construction Monitoring Reports (CMRs) within required deadlines
• Communicate regularly with clients, project teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Track critical project issues through resolution
• Support project closeout and final documentation processes

Property Condition Assessments (PCA)

• Evaluate existing building conditions and prepare PCA reports
• Assess building systems, structural conditions, and maintenance concerns
• Provide professional recommendations and observations

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, or related field
• Minimum 5–10 years of construction project management, construction monitoring, or field experience
• Experience reviewing construction schedules, budgets, contracts, and payment applications
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and building systems
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and strict reporting deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel)
• Previous client-facing consulting experience
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or PMP certification
• Experience with construction lending or real estate finance
• Experience producing:
  • Plan & Cost Reviews
  • Construction Monitoring Reports
  • Property Condition Assessment Reports
• Knowledge of construction quality control and inspection procedures

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Remote-based position with frequent travel to construction sites
• Ability to traverse active construction sites, including stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and material hoists as needed
• Ability to perform site walkthroughs in varying environmental conditions

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