Project Manager – Sports Arena Construction

AECOM•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM Hunt is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support and oversee a major sports and entertainment construction project in Tampa, Florida. The role manages day-to-day project activities across all phases of construction, from preconstruction through final turnover and closeout. Responsibilities span budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, construction operations, documentation, quality, safety, and reporting. Experience with commercial construction is required; experience with professional sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, or other large public assembly facilities is preferred. This position is neither hybrid nor remote.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Demonstrated experience managing commercial construction projects.
Strong understanding of construction processes, project scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and contract administration.
Ability to manage multiple project priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Experience with professional sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, convention centers, or other large public assembly facilities.
Knowledge of construction means and methods, building systems, structural concrete, steel, and MEP coordination.
Experience with Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam, and other construction management platforms.
Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and internal project personnel.
Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment with demanding schedules and multiple stakeholders.
Experience in professional sports stadium construction and renovations.
Experience in major league sports and entertainment facilities.
Experience in multi-purpose sports arenas and indoor event venues.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day project activities from preconstruction through construction completion and final turnover.
Coordinate project teams, including project engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants.
Manage subcontractor procurement, bid evaluations, buyout, contract administration, and vendor coordination.
Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules to ensure key milestones and deadlines are achieved.
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and other project documentation.
Monitor project costs, identify potential budget or schedule impacts, and assist in developing corrective action plans.
Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, building codes, permitting requirements, and regulatory standards.
Support quality assurance, quality control, and jobsite safety initiatives.
Prepare and communicate regular project updates, financial reports, and schedule progress reports.
Coordinate inspections, commissioning activities, punch-list completion, project closeout, and final turnover.