Residential Construction Project Manager Confidential Santa Monica, CA Job Details Full-time $125,000 - $175,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Cell phone reimbursement 401(k) 6% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Residential construction project management Vendor selection Construction project management Schedule management Full Job Description High-End Residential Construction & Development Los Angeles, CA (with occasional travel) A private real estate investor is seeking a highly capable Senior Project Manager to lead complex, high-end residential construction and major remodeling projects on behalf of the company principal. This role oversees all aspects of development—from early planning and permitting through construction and closeout—ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, strategically, and to an exceptional quality standard. This is a senior, owner-side role reporting directly to the Principal. The ideal candidate combines strong execution with proactive thinking, cost discipline, and the ability to coordinate sophisticated teams across architecture, engineering, permitting, and construction. Role Overview The Senior Project Manager will oversee a portfolio of concurrent projects, primarily in the Los Angeles area. Projects range from significant multi-million-dollar remodels to ongoing estate improvements and maintenance initiatives. Most involve complex permitting processes, including Coastal Commission review, easements, variances, and multi-agency coordination. This individual will manage internal construction staff and serve as the central point of accountability across all consultants, general contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies. Core Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution Lead all phases of high-end residential remodels and development projects Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and reporting systems Coordinate architects, engineers, designers, consultants, and permitting agencies Manage and oversee general contractors and trade partners Anticipate risks, sequencing issues, and permitting challenges before they arise Ensure construction quality aligns with design intent and budget constraints Drive projects forward while maintaining disciplined cost control Budgeting & Financial Oversight Create and maintain detailed project budgets Lead value engineering discussions and cost-saving strategies Review and approve invoices and change orders (within established approval thresholds) Forecast cash flow and manage cost tracking in coordination with accounting Protect capital efficiency without compromising quality Permitting & Regulatory Coordination Navigate complex California permitting environments Coordinate Coastal Commission, city planning departments, and related agencies Manage consultants required for environmental, structural, or zoning approvals Anticipate regulatory friction points and proactively build solutions Team & Vendor Management Directly manage internal construction staff Select, negotiate with, and oversee general contractors and vendors Establish clear scopes of work and contract expectations Build and maintain a strong contractor and consultant bench Strategic Planning & Communication Translate project complexity into clear, concise recommendations for the Principal Filter decisions to preserve the Principal's time Provide structured updates and strategic options rather than reactive reporting Anticipate long-term property needs and sequencing efficiencies Build systems and processes to improve execution across projects Desired Skills 8+ years of experience in high-end luxury residential construction in California Background as an Owner's Representative or senior PM with a reputable general contractor Deep familiarity with complex remodeling of existing homes Experience navigating Los Angeles permitting and Coastal Commission processes Strong financial acumen and comfort managing multi-million-dollar budgets Highly structured, organized, and systems-oriented Excellent communicator—clear, concise, and confident Proactive thinker who anticipates issues rather than reacting to them Comfortable operating in an owner-driven environment where executive time is limited Compensation & Benefits

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Health Insurance:

We offer 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan.

Dental & Vision Insurance:

50% of employee premiums are covered.

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Retirement Plan:

A 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.

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California Pay Range:

$125,000 - $175,000 USD. The range provided is the employer's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities. Consult with the interviewer during the initial call to determine a more targeted range based on these job-related factors. The employer is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race (inclusive of traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), age, veteran or military status, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, reproductive decision-making, or any other legally recognized protected class under federal, state, or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the employer. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing an application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Pay:

$125,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Cell phone reimbursement Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Experience:

luxury residential construction: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Santa Monica, CA 90402