Construction Project Manager, High-End Residential

Overview
We are looking for a full-time remote Project Manager with residential construction experience who can take ownership of projects across California from planning through closeout. AlphaHire is recruiting on behalf of a client in the residential construction industry. This role is focused on managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, documentation, and field execution across active residential projects. The position is ideal for a hands-on PM who understands residential construction workflows, client expectations, jobsite coordination, and the importance of keeping projects moving with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee residential construction projects across California from preconstruction planning through final closeout

• Build and maintain project schedules, budgets, scopes, subcontractor timelines, and milestone tracking for active residential work

• Coordinate subcontractors, field teams, vendors, inspectors, and internal stakeholders to keep projects on schedule and within scope

• Review drawings, specifications, proposals, change orders, selections, and project documentation for accuracy and execution readiness

• Track project costs, approve invoices, manage change orders, and identify budget risks before they impact profitability

• Lead regular project updates with field teams, subcontractors, clients, and leadership to resolve issues and maintain accountability

• Monitor quality, safety, schedule, permitting, and inspection requirements across assigned residential job sites

• Support procurement, material coordination, and vendor communication to prevent delays and keep projects moving

• Maintain clear project records, status updates, punch lists, and closeout documentation for each assigned project

Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential construction project management experience with direct ownership of projects

• Experience managing residential construction projects in California or similar regulated construction markets

• Strong understanding of residential construction schedules, budgets, subcontractor scopes, drawings, specifications, permitting, inspections, and closeout requirements

• Experience working with subcontractors, field supervisors, vendors, inspectors, homeowners, and client-facing project stakeholders

• Proficiency with construction project management tools, scheduling software, spreadsheets, and digital documentation platforms

• Ability to manage projects remotely while maintaining strong communication, accountability, and field visibility

• Must have direct project ownership experience, not only assistant project management or project coordination experience

• Residential construction experience required; candidates with only commercial, civil, or industrial construction experience will not be the best fit

Compensation & Benefits
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience.
Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.

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