Project Manager
Location: Orlando, Florida
Full Time, On-Site/In-Office
Description of the Company
Our client is a private developer delivering a landmark 16-storey luxury residential tower in Orlando, Florida. Working in partnership with an experienced international development and construction management firm, the organization leads the project vision, financial strategy, and owner-level decision-making. The team is focused on delivering a high-quality tower that balances design excellence, constructability, and long-term value.
Why this Role is Open
As construction progresses, the ownership team is seeking an owner-side Project Manager to represent the developer on a day-to-day basis. This role exists to protect the owner’s interests across design, cost, schedule, and risk, while acting as the primary liaison between ownership, consultants, and the construction partner. The Project Manager will ensure informed decision-making and alignment with the project’s overall business objectives.
Responsibilities
Act as the owner’s Project Manager on a 16-storey luxury residential high-rise
Manage project delivery from an owner’s perspective through active construction and close-out
Support ownership decision-making by clearly outlining options, risks, and implications
Lead coordination with architects, engineers, interior designers, and specialty consultants
Interface closely with the development and construction partner to align execution with owner priorities
Review consultant deliverables for completeness, coordination, and alignment with project goals
Track owner-level budgets, contingencies, and cost forecasts
Review and assess change orders, pay applications, and scope impacts
Monitor schedules and milestones, proactively flagging risks
Maintain a live risk register and issue log
Ensure delivery aligns with approved design intent and luxury residential standards
Balance design quality with constructability and budget realities
Prepare clear, concise reporting for ownership and stakeholders
Document key decisions, approvals, and action items
Must-haves
Proven experience as a Project Manager on mid-rise or high-rise residential projects
Strong understanding of owner-side project management and developer priorities
Experience coordinating complex consultant teams
Solid grasp of construction sequencing, budgets, and change management
Ability to collaborate effectively with a construction-focused partner without duplicating roles
Strong communication and decision-framing skills
Experience working on U.S.-based projects (Florida experience preferred)
Nice-to-haves
Professional fluency in Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively with international partners
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