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Project Manager

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A Project Manager manages work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Leads project teams, manages project budgets and schedules; manages contractors and communications with stakeholders. May manage projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.

$117,174 / year median in California

-6% projected decline

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Job Description

Overview:
The Project Manager leads residential design-build projects from preconstruction through closeout, with accountability for financial performance, client communication, team coordination, change management, and overall project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Financial Leadership Own project budgets, forecasting, and cost control. Maintain accurate financial oversight from launch through closeout. Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and job cost reporting. Monitor committed costs, labor, subcontractor spending, and contingency usage. Identify risks early and take corrective action to protect margin. 2. Client Leadership & Communication Serve as the primary client relationship owner. Lead communication, set expectations, and keep the client experience proactive and professional. Lead client meetings and progress updates. Manage expectations around schedule, scope, and budget. Communicate decisions, risks, and solutions clearly; resolve issues quickly. 3. Design-to-Field Coordination Align design intent with field execution. Keep design, estimating, procurement, and production teams coordinated and moving decisively. Coordinate design, estimating, procurement, and field teams. Drive clarification of plans, details, submittals, and RFIs. Support field leadership with timely decisions and accurate information. 4. Change Management Manage scope, pricing, and approvals with discipline. Own the process for identifying, pricing, documenting, and communicating project changes. Identify scope changes and assess cost and schedule impact. Prepare and present change order pricing; secure approvals as required. Maintain organized documentation and protect project margin. 5. Project Success & Accountability Deliver projects that meet schedule, financial, and client goals. Lead teams with accountability, remove barriers, and drive organized closeout. Develop and maintain schedules with field leadership. Monitor milestones, anticipate risks, and lead recovery plans when needed. Lead coordination meetings and ensure complete, organized closeout.
Required Skills & Abilities:
Strong knowledge of residential building codes and ability to interpret architectural and engineering plans Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong collaboration skills with clients, team members, and trade partners Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Buildertrend, PlanGrid, or Bluebeam experience preferred
Education & Experience:
Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred 5+ years of project management or direct supervision experience; high-end residential experience in the San Francisco Bay Area strongly preferred
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work safely on active construction sites in varied conditions Ability to climb ladders and navigate stairs throughout all stages of construction