Project Leader Jobs in Florida

Project Leader jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with active hiring across construction, healthcare, technology, and defense sectors at every level from entry-level coordinator through senior program lead. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor most of the openings, with established employers like Lockheed Martin, AdventHealth, and Lennar consistently bringing on project leaders for large-scale initiatives. The most in-demand specialties in Florida right now are construction project management, IT project delivery, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerHalff
Top cityOrlando, FL
Cities hiring5
Work type67% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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M.C. Dean, Inc.
Deputy Project Leader (Telecommunications) - Tampa, FL
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Deputy Project Leader (Telecommunications) - Tampa, FL
M.C. Dean, Inc.
Tampa, Florida
Construction Management
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
5,001-10,000

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Field Leader/ Project Manager
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Field Leader/ Project Manager
Southern Luxury Pools
Jacksonville, Florida
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site

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Halff
Team Leader / Senior Project Manager - Public Works/Land Development - Panama City Beach, FL
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Halff
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Team Leader / Senior Project Manager - Public Works/Land Development - Panama City Beach, FL
Halff
Panama City Beach, Florida
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Quality Control
1,001-5,000

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Blue Origin
Sr Ops Excellence Leader- Project Management
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Sr Ops Excellence Leader- Project Management
Blue Origin
Florida
Aerospace Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Master's degree
10,000+

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Weston & Sampson
Senior Environmental Project Manager / Technical Leader
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Senior Environmental Project Manager / Technical Leader
Weston & Sampson
Fort Myers, Florida
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$130k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Project Leader Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Orlando
3 jobs
Jacksonville
2 jobs
Tampa
1 job
Fort Myers
1 job
Panama City Beach
1 job

Project Leader Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Halff
Halff2 open roles
BRPH
BRPH1 open role
Collabera
Collabera1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project leader jobs across Florida.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, construction management, engineering, or a related field
  • PMP certification or active enrollment in a PMI-accredited program strongly preferred
  • Three or more years of end-to-end project lifecycle experience in a relevant Florida industry
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Procore
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams, budgets, and stakeholder communication
  • Familiarity with Florida building codes, permitting processes, or state regulatory requirements for construction roles

Project Leader Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project leader in Florida?

Most project leaders in Florida start with a bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, engineering, or a related discipline, then build toward the Project Management Professional credential issued by the Project Management Institute. Florida does not require a state-issued license for general project leadership, but construction-focused roles often require familiarity with Florida Building Code and county permitting processes. Earning a PMP and gaining industry-specific experience in one of Florida's dominant sectors is the most direct path.

How much do project leaders make in Florida?

Project leaders in Florida earn a median of about $98,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,070 for the lowest 10% to over $161,250 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project leaders in Florida?

Employers hiring project leaders in Florida right now include Halff, BRPH, and Collabera, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Florida's large defense, healthcare, and residential construction industries mean hiring is spread across the state, with particularly deep rosters of project leadership roles at major hospital systems, homebuilders, and aerospace contractors.

Which Florida cities have the most project leader jobs?

Orlando, Jacksonville, and Florida account for the largest concentration of project leader openings in Florida. Miami leads due to its dense commercial construction activity and multinational corporate presence, while Tampa's growing tech and financial services sectors drive demand there, and Orlando's theme park infrastructure, hospitality expansion, and healthcare systems support steady hiring across the metro.

Are there remote project leader jobs in Florida?

Yes, though availability depends heavily on the industry. About 33% of project leader openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the role's mix of site-dependent and desk-based work. Technology, software implementation, and business process projects tend to be the most remote-friendly, while construction, facilities, and clinical operations roles almost always require an on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a project leader in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project administrator role, which large Florida employers like AdventHealth, the Florida Department of Transportation, and major homebuilders such as Pulte and D.R. Horton regularly post as junior-level positions. From there, hands-on exposure to scheduling, budget tracking, and stakeholder updates builds the profile needed to step into a project leader title. Completing a Google Project Management Certificate or beginning a CAPM through PMI gives candidates without a formal track a credible credential that Florida hiring managers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to project leader jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to project leader jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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