ABOUT VPC BUILDERS VPC

Builders is a full-service construction and design company serving the High Country of North Carolina. Our work spans custom residential construction, renovations and home projects, commercial construction, architectural design and drafting, and interior design. We specialize in complex, highly customized projects where thoughtful planning, clear communication, disciplined execution, and close attention to detail matter. We are a hands-on company. Our Project Managers, Superintendents, designers, trade partners, and leadership team work closely together from the early planning stages through final closeout. We expect our team members to take ownership, think ahead, communicate directly, and solve problems before they become emergencies. We want clients to feel informed and cared for, trade partners to understand what is expected, and our teammates to be proud of the work we deliver.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Project Manager leads assigned projects from preconstruction and project turnover through final completion and closeout. This person serves as the primary coordination point among the client, design team, Project Superintendent, trade partners, vendors, and company leadership. The Project Manager is responsible for the project's communication, schedule strategy, financial performance, documentation, decision tracking, and overall client experience. The strongest candidate will be proactive, organized, financially aware, and comfortable leading complex work without losing sight of the details. Success requires a close partnership with the Project Superintendent. The Project Manager creates clarity, removes obstacles, and keeps decisions moving while the Superintendent leads daily field execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead assigned projects from preconstruction, estimating handoff, and planning through construction, punch, turnover, and final closeout. Develop and maintain realistic project schedules in our project management software with the Project Superintendent. Identify scheduling constraints early, document project impacts, communicate changes, and develop recovery plans when needed. Manage project budgets, cost codes, commitments, purchase orders, invoices, allowances, forecasts, and financial reporting. Identify financial exposure early and actively protect the approved project budget and profit plan. Set client expectations, lead regular client meetings, provide timely updates, document decisions, and guide clients through the construction process. Coordinate drawings, specifications, RFIs, selections, approvals, and long-lead decisions with Design + Drafting, Interior Design, consultants, vendors, and field staff. Develop and process complete change orders with clear scope, pricing, approval status, and schedule impact before changed work proceeds whenever possible. Confirm trade-partner scopes, commitments, lead times, and delivery requirements. Support the Project Superintendent in keeping trade partners, vendors, materials, and required information aligned with the project schedule. Support accurate progress billing, retainage tracking, final reconciliations, punch completion, warranty turnover, and closeout documentation. Coordinate the completion and delivery of the client's project binder. Review plans and project conditions, coordinate issue resolution, verify that required inspections and approvals are addressed, and escalate material risks early. Establish a clear weekly operating rhythm with the Project Superintendent and internal project team. Assign follow-up responsibilities, close communication loops, and engage the appropriate team members before issues become emergencies. Keep project management software and related project records current, complete, and useful. This includes schedules, selections, change orders, client communications, financial information, meeting notes, and closeout records. Represent VPC Builders professionally with clients, trade partners, community partners, design professionals, property associations, and local authorities.

HOW SUCCESS IS MEASURED

Clients receive consistent communication, clear expectations, and a professional experience from project turnover through the warranty transition. Projects are actively managed against the approved budget and profit plan. Commitments, changes, billing, allowances, and closeout costs are documented and reconciled accurately. Project schedules are current, realistic, and actively used to guide decisions. Risks, delays, and decision needs are identified and communicated early. Quality issues and punch items are addressed promptly, and closeout is organized rather than treated as an afterthought. Project Management records are complete enough for clients, field teams, accounting, and leadership to rely on them. The Project Manager and Superintendent operate as one leadership team and consistently maintain VPC's expectations for planning, communication, quality, accountability, and professional execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

Five or more years of construction project management experience is preferred. Experience in custom residential, renovation, commercial, or mountain construction is especially valuable. Strong working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, scopes of work, scheduling, cost control, change management, and project closeout. Demonstrated ability to lead clients, consultants, trade partners, and internal teams through complex decisions and competing priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Sound judgment, attention to detail, organization, and consistent follow-through. Comfortable using construction-management and document-management technology. Experience with construction management software is preferred, although training can be provided for the right candidate. Valid North Carolina driver's license, reliable personal transportation, and the ability to travel routinely among VPC offices and project sites throughout the High Country. A degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field is helpful but not required when supported by relevant experience.

THE RIGHT FIT

You will likely thrive in this role if you naturally plan ahead, communicate before others have to ask, enjoy solving complex problems, and take personal ownership of both the client experience and the business outcome. You should be comfortable moving between a budget review, client meeting, design coordination issue, and jobsite conversation while keeping the larger project plan intact.

WHY JOIN VPC BUILDERS

Work on distinctive custom residential, renovation, and commercial projects throughout the North Carolina High Country. Join a collaborative team that connects preconstruction, design, project management, field leadership, and interior design. Use clear systems and modern construction technology to make decisions, communicate effectively, and keep projects moving. Build a long-term career with a company that values initiative, professional growth, craftsmanship, accountability, and continuous improvement. VPC Builders offers competitive compensation based on experience. Current benefit details and any role-specific vehicle, mileage, phone, or bonus provisions will be discussed during the hiring process. VPC Builders is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Pay:

$67,388.36 - $95,155.88 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Company truck Fuel card Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

Construction:

4 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person