Project Manager - Spec Home Construction at Gestion Zagora Project Manager - Spec Home Construction at Gestion Zagora in Coral Gables, Florida Posted in about 12 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Location:

Miami, Florida Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent Industry:

Residential Construction /

Real Estate Development Experience Required:

Minimum 5 years About the Role We are looking for an experienced Project Manager - Spec Home Construction to oversee the development and construction of high-quality speculative residential homes in the Miami market. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing projects from pre-construction through final delivery, ensuring that each home is completed on schedule, within budget, and according to quality standards . The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of hands-on residential construction project management experience in South Florida, and has a strong network and understanding of the Miami construction market. Key Responsibilities Manage spec home construction projects from pre-construction through completion and turnover; Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and construction timelines; Coordinate architects, engineers, designers, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants; Manage bidding processes and negotiate pricing with contractors and vendors; Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, proposals, and contracts; Monitor construction progress through regular site visits and meetings; Ensure projects remain on schedule and proactively address delays or issues; Monitor project costs, change orders, invoices, commitments, and overall budget performance; Maintain high standards of workmanship, finishes, and construction quality; Coordinate procurement and ensure materials are ordered according to project timelines; Oversee permitting, inspections, approvals, and close-out requirements; Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety requirements, permits, and local regulations; Identify construction risks and develop solutions before they impact the project; Coordinate with ownership and senior management and provide regular project updates; Review and approve contractor and subcontractor work before payment recommendations; Manage punch lists and ensure deficiencies are corrected prior to completion; Coordinate final inspections, certificates of occupancy, and project turnover; Maintain organized project documentation, contracts, invoices, plans, permits, and change orders. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in residential construction project management ; Proven experience managing projects from initial planning through final completion; Experience with spec homes, custom homes, or luxury residential construction strongly preferred; Experience working in the Miami / South Florida construction market strongly preferred; Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, sequencing, and building systems; Strong understanding of construction budgets, estimating, contracts, and change orders; Experience coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors; Knowledge of permitting and inspection processes in South Florida; Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and construction drawings; Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills; Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities; Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously; Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office; Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites. If you have at least 5 years of residential construction project management experience and know how to take a spec home from plans to successful completion, we would like to hear from you.