A Residential Construction Project Manager supervises residential construction projects from beginning to end, ensuring that projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints. Controls the time, cost and quality of projects. Plans and coordinates all aspects of the construction process, including hiring contractors and working with engineers, architects and vendors. Often works with construction superintendent.
Strongly Preferred, Not Required About Ember Capital Group Ember Capital Group is an Alpharetta-based real estate investment company focused on acquiring, improving, and monetizing real estate throughout the Southeast. Our core business has historically centered around high-volume off-market residential acquisitions and dispositions. We are now building out a much stronger internal construction and development operation across both residential and commercial projects. Our current and future project mix includes: Fix-and-flip renovations of single-family houses Ground-up single-family construction Office renovations and tenant improvements Commercial property improvements Short-term rental renovations Major owner-held property projects Future land and development opportunities We are looking for someone who wants to help build this operation the right way and grow with it. About the Role We are hiring a highly hands-on Head of Construction & Development to oversee construction across Ember Capital Group and our broader real estate portfolio. This is not a desk-only management position . We need someone who can manage budgets, subcontractors, schedules, materials, permitting, quality control, and multiple active projects — while still being willing to jump into the field and solve problems personally when needed. We are looking for a builder/operator who takes ownership of the outcome. If a project falls behind on a Friday afternoon, we want someone who figures out how to get it back on track instead of waiting until Monday to schedule another meeting. The right person will be a combination of: Builder + Construction Manager + Field Operator What You'll Own Residential Renovations & Flips Walk properties and build detailed scopes of work Create accurate renovation budgets and timelines Estimate labor and material costs Bid work to subcontractors Negotiate pricing Hire, manage, and replace subcontractors Build and maintain a strong subcontractor network Source and purchase materials Coordinate deliveries Conduct frequent job-site visits Manage construction schedules Maintain quality-control standards Manage change orders Coordinate permits and inspections Track project costs Manage punch lists and final completion Complete projects on time and on budget You should be comfortable managing approximately 3-6 active projects at the same time . Ground-Up Construction We are also expanding into ground-up residential construction. Initially, this will consist primarily of scattered-lot single-family homes, with the potential to expand into larger developments over time.
Responsibilities may include:
Reviewing potential lots Creating preliminary construction budgets Reviewing plans and specifications Coordinating architects and engineers Managing permitting Managing site work Building subcontractor teams Scheduling inspections Managing vertical construction Tracking cost per square foot Managing projects through Certificate of Occupancy Helping standardize plans and construction specifications Building repeatable systems for future new-construction projects Ground-up residential construction experience is strongly preferred. Commercial & Portfolio Projects This role will also oversee construction and capital-improvement work across company- and owner-held properties.
Projects may include:
Alpharetta office-building renovations Tenant improvements Commercial property upgrades Short-term rental renovations Major residential improvements Exterior projects Additions Other significant capital projects This role owns construction and capital projects , not everyday maintenance. Hands-On Field Operations You should know how to manage subcontractors and crews, but you should not be dependent on them for every small issue.
This may include:
Picking up materials or supplies Meeting temporary labor or small crews Handling urgent job-site problems Visiting suppliers Troubleshooting construction issues Personally checking workmanship Making quick field decisions Occasionally working outside normal business hours when a project genuinely requires it Budget & Profitability You will be responsible for protecting project profitability. You will work closely with our finance and operations teams to manage: Project budgets Actual vs. estimated costs Labor costs Material costs Subcontractor pricing Change orders Draw requests Final project costs Project-level profitability Finishing a project is not enough.
We care about finishing:
On time. On budget. At a high standard. Profitably. The Type of Person We Want You may be a strong fit if: You are a builder first and administrator second You have strong real-world field experience You can walk a property and understand what needs to be done You have a strong sense of what work should cost You understand how long projects should take You know how to manage and negotiate with subcontractors You move quickly You solve problems instead of making excuses You are comfortable operating without constant supervision You take ownership when something goes wrong You are willing to get your hands dirty when necessary You understand that construction is ultimately about execution and profitability You want the opportunity to eventually lead a much larger construction operation Experience & Qualifications 5+ years of construction, renovation, or development experience preferred Experience managing projects from initial scope through completion Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Strong estimating and budgeting skills Strong subcontractor-management experience Understanding of residential construction sequencing Experience with permits and inspections Experience sourcing materials and controlling costs Ground-up single-family construction experience strongly preferred Fix-and-flip or investor-owned renovation experience strongly preferred Commercial renovation or tenant-improvement experience is a plus Existing subcontractor relationships in Georgia are a major plus Georgia Residential or General Contractor license strongly preferred, but not required Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to regularly travel throughout Georgia and occasionally into Alabama or Tennessee A college degree is not required . We care significantly more about what you have actually built and managed. This position also includes meaningful project-based profit participation , giving the person in this role the ability to earn significantly more as project volume and profitability increase. We want compensation to reward strong execution, including: Profitable projects Accurate budgets Faster project timelines Strong quality control Growth of the construction operation Mileage and fuel expenses related to project travel will be covered. As the operation grows, there may also be an opportunity for a company vehicle. Growth Opportunity We are not hiring someone simply to manage a few projects. Our goal is to build a meaningful construction and development operation within Ember Capital Group. The person who proves they can successfully manage projects, control costs, build strong subcontractor teams, and help us scale will have the opportunity to eventually lead the company's broader construction and development division. If you are a strong builder or construction operator who wants more responsibility, meaningful upside, and the opportunity to help build something from the ground up, we want to hear from you.
Pay:
$90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Cell phone reimbursement Company truck Fuel card Paid time off Application Question(s): How many years of construction, renovation, or development experience do you have? What is the largest number of construction projects you have personally managed at the same time? Have you personally created scopes of work, construction budgets, and material estimates? Do you currently hold an active Georgia Residential Contractor or General Contractor license? (Not required) Ability to
