PROJECT MANAGER: FFE, Design, Procurement, ConstructionSports Facilities Development, LLCLOCATION: Clearwater, FL
DEPARTMENT: DEVELOPMENTREPORTS TO: VICE PRESIDENT OF SFDSTATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)POSITION SUMMARY:The Project Manager leads the planning and execution of SFC's Design Consulting and FF&E/OS&E Procurement Services across high-impact sports and recreation development projects. From early design input to FF&E Project Management and Pre-Opening support, this role ensures seamless coordination between owners, architects, contractors, and internal teams. Ideal candidates are detail-driven, client-focused professionals with proven experience managing timelines, budgets, and vendor teams in fast-paced environments. This is a hands-on leadership role with exposure to every stage of the development lifecycle - from concept through grand opening
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:- Lead or participate in recurring meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams
- Manage SFC's development services contract and ensure successful delivery of all associated project deliverables
- Serve as liaison between project stakeholders, including SFC leadership, general contractor, and venue opening teams during the pre-opening and final completion phases
- Communicate project milestones, risks, and concerns to clients and internal leadership teams
- Provide regular written updates and progress reports to SFC Leadership
- Develop good working relationships with suppliers, dealers, and manufacturers
- Deliver Venue Planning / Design Consulting Services on Assigned Projects
- Provide Operational Expertise and Contract Deliverables to Owner and Owner's Design Team
- Provide Feedback for Operational Best Practices through Design process
- Deliver FF&E & OS&E Project Management and Consulting Services to Assigned Projects
- Develop and manage project specific FF&E/OS&E procurement plans, schedules and budgets
- Create and Deliver FF&E Design Specifications & Requirements, FF&E Coordination Information, RFPs, Proposal/Scope Reviews, Contracting Assistance, Pre-Bid Meetings, Submittal Reviews, Installation Coordination, RFI Responses, Pay App Processing, Punch Lists and Closeout Support.
- Oversight of FF&E Contractors and Associate Contracts for Compliance
- Coordinate with Technology and AV teams on delivery and installation of other products and services at new openings
- Communicate daily concerns with Project Manager and General Contractor
- Complete punch list for FF&E
- Additional duties assigned by management
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:- College Degree preferred but not required
- 5 Years Construction Management experience and/or FFE Procurement Experience.
- Proven Experience in proactively managing contractors, architects,
- Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Experience is working with and/or implementing project management software
- Detail oriented, organized with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and good customer service skills
- Ability to analyze and problem solve
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Maintain professional appearance and attitude in all settings
- Experience in client interface and relationship management
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:- Willing to travel up to 30% of the time
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:- Must be able to lift 40 pounds waist high
- Will be required to sit for extended periods of time operating a computer
- Office environment has intermittent noise, normal in nature
