Construction Project Manager - Jacksonville, United States
Ascendo
Jacksonville, FL · Posted November 5, 2026
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About the job
Construction Project Manager
About the Opportunity
Ascendo Resources is recruiting a Construction Project Manager for a confidential opportunity in Jacksonville, Florida.
This position will oversee commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating project teams, managing financial performance, and keeping work on schedule. The ideal candidate combines practical construction knowledge with strong technology and project management skills.
What You Will Do
Support preconstruction planning, scope development, budgeting, estimating, and bid preparation.
Review construction documents and site conditions to identify risks and coordination needs.
Develop and maintain project schedules, procurement plans, and execution timelines.
Coordinate with clients, architects, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.
Manage budgets, cost forecasts, purchase orders, change orders, and billing documentation.
Maintain accurate project records, reporting, and communications using digital tools.
Resolve project challenges while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and financial expectations.
Oversee punch lists, closeout documentation, and final project turnover.
Required Qualifications
Commercial construction project management experience with a general contractor, construction manager, or commercial construction firm.
Demonstrated responsibility for project budgets, schedules, subcontractor coordination, and execution.
Experience with preconstruction planning, estimating, or bid development.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules.
Strong proficiency with Excel, scheduling software, and digital project management tools.
Effective communication, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accountability across project teams.
Availability to work in Jacksonville and visit project sites.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with modular or prefabricated construction.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field.
Ten or more years of commercial construction project management experience.
Familiarity with construction estimating, document management, and ERP platforms.
Compensation and Work Model
Base salary: $150,000 plus bonus opportunity.
Location: Jacksonville, Florida.
Office and local project-site responsibilities, with minimal travel anticipated.
How to Apply
Apply with your resume or contact Christian Kincer at Ascendo Resources for a confidential conversation.
Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, we welcome and celebrate diversity.
Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor.