Construction Project Lead Jobs in Florida
Construction Project Lead jobs in Florida are concentrated in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where large-scale residential, commercial, and infrastructure work keeps demand consistently high across experience levels. Major contractors with a lasting Florida presence, including Turner Construction, Skanska, and Balfour Beatty, regularly hire project leads for ground-up builds, renovation programs, and public infrastructure work. The most in-demand specialties are multifamily residential, healthcare facility construction, and transportation infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Responsibilities/Pay Grade
JOB SUMMARY: Pay Grade: S113
This position will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis to support permitting, construction, operation, maintenance activities, and rehabilitation associated with civil/structural aspects of water production, distribution, and storage facilities, collection systems, lift stations, as well as wastewater treatment, disposal, and water reclamation facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares civil/structural design drawings, detailed cost estimates, material lists, technical reports, plans, and specifications for permitting, construction, and renovation of ECUA facilities.
Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform analyses, prepare engineering and design documents.
Calculates costs and determines feasibility of projects based on analysis of collected data, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering, and advanced mathematics.
Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project.
Review ECUA water and wastewater permit applications.
Participates in selecting and directing engineering consultants when needed to perform certain aspects of projects.
Participates in team, permitting, construction, and other meetings and discussions related to projects.
Inspects construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Coordinates work with Regional Services and Lift Stations; maintains good working relationships with Region customers, contractors, consulting engineers and county/state agencies.
May respond to call-out work during non-working hours or emergencies.
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess or obtain a Florida engineer intern certification within six (6) months.
Familiarity with hydraulic computer modeling software and GIS is preferred.
Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background, motor vehicle and reference checks, nicotine screening, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). Offers of transfers or promotion to current ECUA employees are not subject to nicotine screening. All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
Most work is performed in an office environment. Time also is spent outdoors at construction sites or at water/wastewater facilities in order to monitor or direct operations or solve on-site problems, which can be moderately loud.
The employee may be exposed to noxious fumes, airborne particles, and toxic and caustic chemicals.
May be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
Codes and standards governing water and wastewater system construction and maintenance projects; ability to plan, schedule, and supervise professional, sub-professional, technical, and administrative personnel.
Principles of training, budgeting, and project record keeping.
Time management skills for meeting multiple deadlines.
Participate as member of management team.
Prepare comprehensive reports, both orally and in writing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans' Preference
ECUA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability/handicap, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected criteria. ECUA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
ECUA proudly supports veterans, military spouses, and their families. We recognize your unique skills and sacrifices and are committed to helping you build a rewarding career in public service. A Veterans' Preference shall be awarded to preference-eligible applicants in accordance with Florida law.
Responsibilities/Pay Grade
JOB SUMMARY: Pay Grade: S113
This position will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis to support permitting, construction, operation, maintenance activities, and rehabilitation associated with civil/structural aspects of water production, distribution, and storage facilities, collection systems, lift stations, as well as wastewater treatment, disposal, and water reclamation facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares civil/structural design drawings, detailed cost estimates, material lists, technical reports, plans, and specifications for permitting, construction, and renovation of ECUA facilities.
Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform analyses, prepare engineering and design documents.
Calculates costs and determines feasibility of projects based on analysis of collected data, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering, and advanced mathematics.
Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project.
Review ECUA water and wastewater permit applications.
Participates in selecting and directing engineering consultants when needed to perform certain aspects of projects.
Participates in team, permitting, construction, and other meetings and discussions related to projects.
Inspects construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Coordinates work with Regional Services and Lift Stations; maintains good working relationships with Region customers, contractors, consulting engineers and county/state agencies.
May respond to call-out work during non-working hours or emergencies.
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess or obtain a Florida engineer intern certification within six (6) months.
Familiarity with hydraulic computer modeling software and GIS is preferred.
Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background, motor vehicle and reference checks, nicotine screening, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). Offers of transfers or promotion to current ECUA employees are not subject to nicotine screening. All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
Most work is performed in an office environment. Time also is spent outdoors at construction sites or at water/wastewater facilities in order to monitor or direct operations or solve on-site problems, which can be moderately loud.
The employee may be exposed to noxious fumes, airborne particles, and toxic and caustic chemicals.
May be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
Codes and standards governing water and wastewater system construction and maintenance projects; ability to plan, schedule, and supervise professional, sub-professional, technical, and administrative personnel.
Principles of training, budgeting, and project record keeping.
Time management skills for meeting multiple deadlines.
Participate as member of management team.
Prepare comprehensive reports, both orally and in writing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans' Preference
ECUA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability/handicap, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected criteria. ECUA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
ECUA proudly supports veterans, military spouses, and their families. We recognize your unique skills and sacrifices and are committed to helping you build a rewarding career in public service. A Veterans' Preference shall be awarded to preference-eligible applicants in accordance with Florida law.
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Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Construction Project Lead Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot18
- ARCO a Family of Construction Companies8
- Hays7
- Wharton-Smith5
- CPPI4
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting25
- Construction & Real Estate11
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Manufacturing4
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project lead jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida Certified General Contractor license or registration through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Proven experience managing construction schedules, subcontractors, and site safety on commercial or residential projects
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project
- Strong knowledge of Florida Building Code requirements and local permitting processes
- OSHA 30-Hour construction safety certification required or strongly preferred by most Florida employers
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field preferred
Construction Project Lead Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project lead in Florida?
Most Florida employers require a combination of field experience and a Florida Certified General Contractor license, issued through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, or an equivalent registration such as a Certified Building Contractor credential. Candidates typically hold a degree in construction management or civil engineering, though extensive hands-on experience can substitute in some cases. Earning an OSHA certification and building familiarity with Florida Building Code requirements strengthens any application significantly.
Which companies hire construction project leads in Florida?
Employers hiring construction project leads in Florida right now include Jobot, ARCO a Family of Construction Companies, and Hays, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's active pipeline of healthcare facility builds, multifamily housing developments, and public infrastructure projects keeps hiring broad across both national general contractors and regional firms headquartered in cities like Miami and Tampa.
Which Florida cities have the most construction project lead jobs?
Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville have the most construction project lead openings in Florida. Miami drives volume through high-density mixed-use and commercial development, Tampa is anchored by a surge in healthcare and waterfront construction, and Orlando's continued tourism, entertainment, and residential expansion keeps regional and national contractors staffed year-round across all three markets.
Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project lead work is fundamentally site-based, so fully remote roles make up only a small portion of what's available. About 10% of construction project lead openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically cover pre-construction planning, estimating coordination, or program oversight rather than active site management.
How can I get hired as a construction project lead in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer, field engineer, or assistant superintendent with a Florida general contractor, then working toward a lead role as site responsibilities grow. Large Florida contractors such as Turner Construction and Skanska run structured associate and rotational programs for recent construction management graduates. Building toward a Florida Certified General Contractor registration early, even before you hold full project responsibility, signals career seriousness and accelerates promotion timelines.
Where can I find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location across Florida, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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