Architect / Construction & Property Manager

Overview

Commercial Truck Dealership Facilities Multiple Locations

Location: South Florida (Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, or West Palm Beach Area)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: President – Southeast Region & CEO

About the Company

We are a well-established and expanding commercial truck dealership organization with a strong reputation, long-tenured leadership team, and commitment to employee satisfaction. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, loyalty, and creating a positive environment for employees and their families.

Position Overview

Our growing commercial truck dealership organization is seeking an experienced Architect / Construction & Property Manager to oversee the development, maintenance, and operational management of facilities across a multi-state portfolio of 33 dealership locations.

This unique hybrid role combines architectural, construction management, and property management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience managing commercial construction projects, overseeing facility operations, coordinating contractors and vendors, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

This position is ideal for a results-oriented professional who enjoys both office-based project coordination and field-based site supervision. The role offers a flexible work environment with approximately 50% office work and 50% remote/field responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Project Management

• Manage ground-up construction projects, renovations, expansions, and capital improvement initiatives across dealership locations.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and dealership leadership teams.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, contractor performance, and project closeout documentation.
• Conduct on-site project supervision and quality control inspections to ensure compliance with design intent, operational requirements, and industry standards.
• Participate in contractor bidding, selection, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure projects comply with local building codes, ADA requirements, environmental regulations, and safety standards.

Property & Facility Management

• Oversee ongoing facility maintenance and operational performance across multiple dealership properties.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for:
  • Service facilities
  • Truck bays
  • Parts warehouses
  • Parking lots
  • Specialized dealership equipment
• Conduct regular facility inspections and identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships while ensuring service quality and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate repairs, maintenance schedules, and emergency facility needs.

Leadership & Operations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for dealership general managers regarding facility and construction-related matters.
• Prepare regular project and facility reports for executive leadership.
• Identify and recommend capital improvements to enhance operational efficiency and property value.
• Support company growth initiatives through strategic facility planning and development.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management Experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in:
  • Commercial construction management
  • Property/facility management
  • Architectural project coordination
• Experience managing multiple commercial properties and construction projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Commercial building systems
  • Construction documentation
  • Site development
  • MEP systems
  • Building codes and permitting processes
• Ability to travel regularly to dealership locations (approximately 30–50%).

Preferred

• Architectural background or prior experience working within an architectural firm.
• Experience in automotive, transportation, truck dealership, or industrial facility environments.
• Professional certifications such as:
  • PMP
  • CCM
  • LEED AP
  • CPM
• Spanish-speaking ability is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong budgeting, negotiation, and contractor management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Self-motivated and results-driven.

Travel & Work Environment

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work remotely.
• Approximately:
  • 50% office/administrative responsibilities
  • 50% field/site visits
• Estimated five overnight trips per month.
• Corporate aircraft may be utilized for certain project-related travel.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 – $150,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental & vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
• Long-term career opportunity within a stable and growing organization known for its strong employee retention and family-oriented culture.

Tagged as: Architect, Commercial, Facilities Managment, Property Managment