Project Manager / Business Development Manager (Marine Construction)

A project leadership and business development role focused on marine construction, accountable for guiding projects from contract execution through completion while expanding the client base through relationship-building, networking, and sales activities. This onsite position is based in Pompano Beach, Florida.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple construction projects from award to closeout, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.
• Develop and manage schedules, budgets, and production targets to drive on time and within scope delivery.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors, coordinating with field teams to maintain progress.
• Monitor costs and track financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review contracts, scopes of work, change orders, and project specifications to safeguard project interests.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including permits, RFIs, submittals, inspections, daily reports, and closeout packages.
• Perform regular site visits and coordinate with field supervisors to meet production objectives.
• Proactively identify and resolve project issues, delays, and budget concerns.
• Prepare and present project status updates to ownership and clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and company procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with property managers, HOAs, engineers, developers, general contractors, municipalities, and waterfront property owners.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and assist with lead generation and industry involvement.
• Conduct site visits and client meetings to develop project opportunities and support proposal development.
• Assist with estimating efforts and convert leads into signed contracts while maintaining a project pipeline.
• Collaborate with ownership on sales strategy and market growth initiatives.

Requirements

• 3+ years of project management experience in construction.
• Strong proficiency in budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and cost control.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and project documentation.
• Ability to read construction plans, specifications, and contracts.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and construction management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Construction management software

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in marine construction, including seawalls, docks, marinas, pile driving, boat lifts, and shoreline stabilization.
• Background in related industries such as shell construction, pool construction, hardscape and outdoor living projects, site development, specialty concrete, or civil construction.
• Established industry relationships in South Florida.
• Experience with estimating and business development, plus knowledge of permitting and waterfront construction regulations.

Compensation

• Salary range: USD 90,000 – 110,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
• Sales commission on sold work.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle if applicable.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% match.

Experience

• Multi-project construction management: 3 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office and Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
• Managing subcontractors, vendors, and project documentation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction management software: 1 year (Preferred)
• Marine construction experience: 1 year (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's license and ability to travel to project sites (Preferred)

Location and Travel

• Onsite role in Pompano Beach, FL 33069 (Preferred)

Application Question

• Ability to read plans, permits, scopes, and perform basic takeoffs / materials forecasting