Construction Manager

City Ventures; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with 6% match

Paid time off & holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

City Ventures is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead day-to-day residential construction in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will oversee both site work and vertical construction, coordinating with trade partners, inspectors, and internal teams to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

The role requires 5+ years on multi-family sites, strong plan-reading skills, and knowledge of California codes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of running a multi-family residential construction site (townhome) with production or infill experience.
• Reading and interpreting civil, architectural, structural, and MEP plans.
• Strong knowledge of California building codes, Cal/OSHA, and SWPPP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage horizontal (site work) and vertical construction on assigned communities to keep on time and on budget.
• Direct trade partners and subcontractors on site; oversee scheduling, sequencing, and QA/QC.
• Develop, maintain, and update construction schedules; communicate progress and risks to leadership.
• Lead pre-construction and startup meetings and field reviews; coordinate inspections with city agencies.
• Enforce safety protocols and compliance with Cal/OSHA and SWPPP; manage site records.

Skills

Multi-family construction

Plan reading

Schedule management

Trade coordination

Leadership

Cal/OSHA knowledge

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Scheduling software

MS Office

Job description

Construction Manager# Construction ManagerHot JobSan Francisco, CA 94123## OverviewSalary Range$120,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary/yearPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionCONSTRUCTION MANAGER**Northern California | San Francisco Bay Area**Full Time, ExemptReports to: Director of Construction, Northern California## **Position Summary**City Ventures is looking for an experienced, hands-on multi-family Construction Manager to lead the day-to-day construction of our for-sale residential communities in Northern California. This person will run their assigned projects from site work and horizontal improvements through vertical construction, final inspections, and delivering homes to homeowners. They'll keep each community on schedule, on budget, and up to City Ventures' standards for quality and safety.The ideal candidate has strong residential homebuilding experience, ideally with townhome and infill communities. They know both horizontal (site work) and vertical construction, and they work well with trade partners, city inspectors, and internal teams.## **About City Ventures**City Ventures is a California-based residential real estate developer and homebuilder committed to creating sustainable, energy-efficient communities throughout the state. With offices in San Francisco and Irvine, the company focuses on transforming underutilized infill sites into vibrant neighborhoods that provide much-needed housing in desirable urban and suburban markets.Every City Ventures home is designed with sustainability at its core, with all-electric systems, solar power, and smart home technology that help residents save on energy costs while reducing environmental impact. The company has delivered thousands of homes across Northern and Southern California, from townhomes and single-family homes to mixed-use urban projects. City Ventures' mission is to \"Bring Life to Land\" by pairing thoughtful design with environmental responsibility, creating lasting value for homeowners and the communities they serve.Our team is driven by a passion for creating lasting value and exceeding the expectations of our residents and partners. We foster a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture that values performance, continuous learning, and community engagement.## **Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include:*** Manage all horizontal (site work) and vertical construction activities on assigned communities so homes are delivered on time, on budget, and to City Ventures quality standards.* Directly oversee trade partners and subcontractors on site, including scheduling, sequencing, daily coordination, and quality of work.* Develop, maintain, and update construction schedules, and communicate progress, risks, and look-aheads to the Director of Construction.* Lead pre-construction and startup meetings, subcontractor orientations, and regular field reviews to track progress and resolve issues.* Coordinate city and agency inspections, and keep work in compliance with local building codes, conditions of approval, and permit requirements.* Enforce job site safety and compliance with Cal/OSHA regulations, SWPPP requirements, and City Ventures safety protocols.* Monitor project budgets, review and approve trade invoices and purchase orders, identify cost-saving opportunities, and control change orders and back charges.* Partner with Purchasing, Development, Forward Planning, Design, Sales, and Customer Relations teams to align field execution with project plans and sales commitments.* Conduct quality control walks, punch lists, and pre-closing orientations so every home meets our standards before it's handed to the homeowner.* Support a smooth transition to Customer Relations and warranty and help resolve post-closing construction items as needed.* Maintain accurate field documentation, including daily logs, photos, inspection records, and progress reports.## Required Skills & Experience* 5+ years of running a multi-family (townhome) residential construction site with a production or infill homebuilder; townhome and multi-story attached product experience is required.* Working knowledge of both horizontal (site work, utilities, grading) and vertical construction.* Experience working with Northern California / Bay Area jurisdictions, inspectors, and trade base is strongly preferred.* Ability to read and interpret civil, architectural, structural, and MEP plans.* Strong knowledge of California building codes, Cal/OSHA, and SWPPP requirements.* Proven ability to manage schedules, and trade partners at the same time.* Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.* Proficiency in construction scheduling/management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).* Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is a plus but not required.## **Compensation*** Salary range: **$120,000 – $140,000 per year**, depending on experience* Quarterly bonus opportunities* Mileage reimbursement for business travel during the workday (not commute)## **Benefits**Medical, dental, vision and supplemental insurance are available. In addition, City Ventures offers FSA plans, a 401K with a 6% match, three weeks (15 business days) paid time off, paid holidays, $25K of life insurance, a gym membership valued at $40 per month, and cell phone reimbursement of $85 per month.## **EEO Statement**City Ventures is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race,color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.