Construction Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing team as a Project Manager at a Christian-run construction company in San Diego. This home-based role involves managing project schedules, overseeing job site operations, and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a degree in construction management or significant experience in the field. Responsibilities include coordinating subcontractors, managing client communications, and performing trade work. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a health insurance stipend and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Insurance Stipend

Gas for Work-Related Driving

20 Days Off Per Year

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and designs.
• Knowledge of trade work and building codes for residential construction.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project schedules.
• Oversee daily job site operations.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Reliability

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Five Years of Experience in Construction

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

Reports To

The Project Manager will report to the Chief Operations Manager and/or President of San Diego Master Craftsmen.

Job Overview

Join our growing team! This position supports and develops the daily operations of the company, including business development, project management, client relations, jobsite management, trade work, and general business operations. The role is home-based, requiring a motivated self-starter. Typical tasks may include working on bid proposals, contacting subcontractors, visiting job sites, performing cleanup, and managing trailers. The Project Manager is the most visible company representative and must uphold our values.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Create and manage project schedules
2. Work on bid proposals and Excel spreadsheets
3. Oversee daily job site operations
4. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors
5. Perform trade work on job sites
6. Communicate daily with clients via job walks, emails, texts, and calls
7. Support management as needed
8. Handle material supplier relations, including pricing, specifications, ordering, and deliveries

Qualifications

• Degree in construction management or five years of experience in construction
• Proficient in Excel and Word
• Ability to read blueprints and designs
• Knowledge of trade work and building codes for residential construction
• Strong understanding of foundation and framing
• Ability to lift 100 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks, such as operating machinery, digging, grading, and loading/unloading materials
• Ability to crawl under houses and through attics efficiently
• Reliable, calm, critical thinker, quick learner, polite, honest, clean, able to follow instructions, and work well with others

Job Details

• 40 hours/week, mostly weekdays; occasional weekend tasks
• Salary: $65,000 - $85,000/year plus a $500/month health insurance stipend (total $71,000 - $91,000); based on experience and performance
• 20 days off per year, including holidays, vacation, and sick days; days off do not carry over
• Gas for work-related driving provided via company credit card

Expectations

• Expected to work 40 hours/week on average
• Workdays start between 7-8 AM and end between 3-5 PM
• Work begins at the job site or related location and ends when leaving the site or office
• May clock in and out during the day if performing tasks in intervals
• Legally mandated breaks are provided
• Overtime requires management approval
• Daily activities are reported to management
• Must have a reliable personal vehicle; company vehicle is not provided
• Responsible for bringing necessary tools to job sites
• Will undergo extensive training to learn all aspects of construction
• Planning ahead is essential due to periods of uncertainty
• First-year employment is probationary and can be terminated at any time
• Must maintain humility and composure, especially when dealing with upset clients or subcontractors; losing temper is grounds for termination
• As a Christian-run company, employees are expected to embody biblical principles in attitude and work ethic

Company Description

San Diego Master Craftsmen is a small, Christian-run company that considers itself a ministry-focused contractor. We build homes and foster relationships, handling a limited number of projects annually to serve our clients well.