Location: South Florida A dynamic private real estate investment and development group is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager / Owner's Representative to lead the delivery of luxury tenant improvements and mixed-use office-led developments across a high-profile South Florida portfolio.This role sits owner-side and is responsible for the successful execution and performance of commercial, tenant-driven construction projects. The successful candidate will live and breathe luxury – combining strong construction management capability with genuine luxury design experience and a background operating at the very top end of the market. Experience delivering ultra-luxury hospitality projects (luxury hotels such as Ritz-Carlton or Four Seasons, in-house or owner-side) is highly valued. Class A office experience is a strong bonus, but a candidate from an ultra-luxury hospitality background without Class A office exposure will be considered. Core Focus: Office Tenant Improvement This role is specifically focused on: Luxury Class A office buildings and office repositioningHigh-end tenant improvements (law firms, medical offices, financial services, corporate headquarters, restaurants, and other hospitality uses)Fast-track, lease-driven build-outsOccupied building renovations and phased turnoversExecution of offensive and defensive CapEx improvementsThe successful candidate will be comfortable operating in live office environments, coordinating tenants, landlords, brokers, design consultants, general contractors and sub-contractors under tight commercial deadlines. Key Responsibilities Office TI ExecutionLead delivery of office renovations, and tenant fit-outsManage multiple concurrent TI projects across an active portfolioCoordinate tenant design teams, building management, and general contractorsDeliver early access, phased turnover, and accelerated schedulesPre-Construction PlanningDrive office and TI design developmentLead constructability reviews, value engineering, and scope validationDevelop early ROM budgetsLead AHJ due diligence to ensure all required entitlements and permitting is accounted for and included in schedulesSupport GC bidding, levelling, and contract awardsBuild and maintain critical path schedulesProject ControlOwn budgets, GMPs, change orders, and contingencyReview and make recommendations for payment of all project invoices and pay applications ensuring all administrative documentation is comprehensive and in accordance with contracts and lender requirementsProtect landlord economics while meeting tenant delivery datesTrack schedules on a daily basis and oversee project to mitigate any delaysAlign capital spend with leasing and asset strategyQuality, Risk ComplianceEnforce quality standards in high-visibility office environmentsRegularly inspect work for compliance with Class A luxury standards and document and oversee the correction of non-compliant workMitigate schedule and cost risk on tenant-driven deadlinesProject Closeout and TurnoverManage punchlist generation and oversightCoordinate and closely track all final inspections with contractors and AHJ to mitigate failed inspections and expedite delivery of Certificates of Occupancy or Certificates of CompletionCoordinate the collection of all project closeout documents including as-built drawings, warranty documents, operation and maintenance documentation, lien releases, and other documents required by the contract or the lenderCoordinate the turnover of the project to either the tenant or the property manager including delivery of all keys and access credentials, and coordination of training for all systemsIdeal BackgroundLives and breathes luxury – a genuine passion for high-end design, materials, and finish standardsConstruction management background paired with luxury design experience or strong design knowledgeExperience delivering projects in ultra-luxury hospitality environments (e.g., luxury hotels such as Ritz-Carlton or Four Seasons, in-house construction roles preferred) or having operated at the very top end of the marketClass A office experience is a strong bonus; candidates from an ultra-luxury hospitality background without Class A office exposure will still be considered8+ years delivering commercial office, office-led mixed-use, or ultra-luxury hospitality projects, preferably in Class A, luxury environmentsExperience having worked for a general contractor executing these types of projects preferredBachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related fieldTech-savvy with strong excel skills and experience using contractor scheduling platformsSolid understanding of AIA contracts and how to enforce provisions in the fieldSkilled at schedule analysis and managementStrong communicator experienced and comfortable communicating with and presenting to ownership and C-suite teams both in writing and in personProven experience running tenant improvements and corporate office build-outsStrong knowledge of South Florida building codes, permitting, and inspectionsExperience managing contractors, designers, and tenant stakeholdersKeen eye for detail and high-quality finish standardsComfortable with fast-track schedules, phased occupancy, and tight deadlinesEntrepreneurial attitude and accepting ownership for project performanceAbility to perform well in a dynamic team environment
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