Construction Manager: Lead Projects & Field Oversight

Chestnut Hill Realty; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Vacation

Apartment discount

Career growth

Job summary

Chestnut Hill Realty is seeking a Construction Manager to join our construction team. This role blends project management, field oversight, and office collaboration, giving you ownership of projects from planning through completion.

Most work is in the field with a mobile office setup to stay connected while supervising active projects. You will manage scopes, schedules, budgets, coordinate subcontractors, monitor safety, and report progress to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in construction PM or field supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of construction scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Managing scope, schedules, and milestones across active projects.
• Coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to stay on budget.
• Conducting on-site walkthroughs to monitor workmanship, quality, and safety.
• Tracking project costs, flagging budget deviations, and assisting with reporting.
• Administering subcontractor agreements, change orders, and contract docs.
• Enforcing site safety standards and leading OSHA-aligned briefings.
• Escalating field risks, issues, and RFIs promptly and clearly.
• Preparing daily logs, weekly progress reports, and status updates.
• Coordinating with property management to minimize resident disruptions.

Skills

Experience 2-5 years in construction

Reading and interpreting drawings

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Travel to project locations

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Chestnut Hill Realty is seeking a Construction Manager to join our construction team. This role blends project management, field oversight, and office collaboration, giving you ownership of projects from planning through completion.

Most work is in the field with a mobile office setup to stay connected while supervising active projects. You will manage scopes, schedules, budgets, coordinate subcontractors, monitor safety, and report progress to stakeholders.