What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Manager position at Averro?
POSITION: Project Manager
DURATION: 6-month contract
SHIFT: Day
PAY: $50-57/hr. W2 (DOE)
BENEFITS: Medical insurance
EXTENSION/CONVERSION: Eligible
LOCATION: Merritt Island, FL
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
IMMEDIATE NEED! We are seeking a Project Manager for our space launch client located in Merritt Island. This person will lead the rapid construction of temporary structures. This is a fast-paced, short-duration engagement requiring someone who can hit the ground running
- Manage end-to-end construction activities, including scheduling, contractor coordination, and milestone tracking
- Ensure design requirements and specifications are met throughout the builds
- Identify and drive lead time reductions across procurement, fabrication, and installations
- Manage vendors and subcontractors, including scope, performance, and change orders
- Track project budget and flag cost variances early
- Oversee safety compliance and ensure all work meets applicable standards
- Communicate status, risks, and blockers to project stakeholders
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
- 5 years of project management experience in construction, facilities, or structures
- Demonstrated ability to compress schedules and manage multiple work streams simultaneously
- Experience managing vendors, subcontractors, and change orders
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- PMP or equivalent experience preferred
- Experience managing construction or installation of temporary or modular structures, including tent structures
- Familiarity with rapid-deploy or expeditionary construction environment preferred
WHY AVERRO:
- #1 Vendor
- HIGH CONVERSION RATE: 80 % of our placements result in extension and/or conversion to FTE
- BENEFITS: We offer premium benefits to our contractors
- BEST IN CLASS RECRUITERS: Honest, responsive, and very knowledgeable recruiters – we value our relationship with you!
- FAST TRACK INTO SPACE: Fastest route into space industry – fast moving as well as simpler interview process than FTE hiring
- VETERAN OWNED: We support and place a high number of veterans
Salary : $50 - $57