Senior Project Manager – Sports & Entertainment Construction

AECOM · aecom.com

Tampa, FL, United States Full-time 2 days ago
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Job Description

Hunt Construction is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead a major, high-profile sports and entertainment construction project in Tampa, Florida.

This individual will oversee all aspects of project execution, including preconstruction, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, construction operations, and final project delivery.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience managing large-scale, complex commercial construction projects, with a strong preference for experience involving professional sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, and other large public assembly facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide overall leadership and direction for all phases of construction, from preconstruction through project completion and turnover. * Manage project budgets, cost controls, financial forecasting, cash flow, and schedule performance. * Lead and coordinate project teams, including project engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants. * Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, buyout, and vendor management. * Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring critical milestones and completion dates are achieved. * Manage complex construction sequencing, site logistics, and coordination of multiple trades. * Lead owner, architect, and contractor meetings and maintain effective stakeholder relationships. * Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, contract administration, and project documentation. * Identify and mitigate construction risks, schedule impacts, and budget concerns. * Ensure compliance with project specifications, building codes, permitting requirements, and regulatory standards. * Maintain a strong focus on quality assurance, quality control, and jobsite safety. * Provide regular executive-level reporting on project financials, progress, risks, and overall performance. * Oversee commissioning, punch-list completion, closeout, and final turnover. * Mentor and develop project management personnel while promoting accountability and collaboration across the project team.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. * Demonstrated success managing large-scale commercial construction projects.

Preferred Requirements:

* Experience with professional sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, convention centers, or major public assembly facilities strongly preferred. * Proven ability to manage substantial construction budgets, complex schedules, and large subcontractor teams. * Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, building systems, contract administration, and project controls. * Experience with Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam, and other construction management platforms. * Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to manage high-profile projects with demanding schedules and multiple stakeholders.

Candidates with experience in the following environments will be especially attractive:

* Professional sports stadium construction and renovations. * Major league sports and entertainment facilities. * Multi-purpose sports arenas and indoor event venues. * Complex structural steel, concrete, MEP, and specialty systems construction. * Projects involving premium seating, suites, concessions, club spaces, and fan experience amenities.

Additional Information

Additional Information:

* This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future. * Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. * This position is not hybrid nor remote.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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