Project Manager Job, Caribbean

Project Manager 

Location: Caribbean 
Sector: Project Manager ~ Preferred trades background
Salary: $130K to $150K USD depending on experiance 
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role:
We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Construction Project Lead Project Manager to manage high-end building projects from start to finish. This role requires a confident leader who can coordinate teams, manage budgets, and deliver exceptional results while maintaining strong client relationships. Ideal candidates to come from a carpentry trades background.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Manager to lead construction projects through all phases—from planning to handover.
• Control budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Understand client needs and conduct feasibility assessments.
• Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors to develop cost plans and financial forecasts.
• Manage procurement schedules and ensure timely delivery of resources.
• Organize and maintain project documentation including contracts, permits, and drawings.
• Review and distribute updated drawings to site teams.
• Set daily objectives and delegate tasks to site supervisors and subcontractors.
• Liaise with architects and design teams to ensure accurate execution of plans.
• Host weekly project meetings to report on financials, workforce, and challenges.
• Coordinate subcontractor schedules and activities.
• Conduct daily site inspections to monitor progress and enforce safety standards.
• Approve shop drawings and support documentation processes.
• Identify and resolve project risks and issues.
• Provide weekly updates and photo reports to stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Administration:

• Project Manager to mentor and support field staff to promote growth and performance.
• Communicate staffing needs to HR for project scaling.
• Submit weekly timesheets for payroll processing.
• Enforce safety protocols and lead weekly safety briefings.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Complete administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Project Manager to be experienced in managing construction projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Skilled in stakeholder management and problem-solving.
• Knowledgeable in construction documentation and safety compliance.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in risk management.

The Next Steps?

Interested? Simply click apply with your CV/Resume and the New Recruits team will call you for a confidential pre-screening discussion should you match this or other confidential requirements. We will explore your current situation, skillset and career aspirations along with discussing suitable roles and employers in more detail to ensure the perfect match. Interviews will be held via MS Teams.

About New Recruits International Ltd.

Founded in 2020, specializing in construction, engineering, hospitality, and corporate support recruitment across the Americas with focus on the Caribbean, we place local and ex-pat talent in prestigious projects, guided by integrity, collaboration, passion, quality, and discretion. Our highly experienced recruiters, attuned to island life, also conduct regular client visits to ensure we can provide tailored, first-hand guidance.