Construction Project Manager -- Residential New Construction

The Absolute; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Absolute, located in Newton/Needham, MA, is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead residential new construction projects on-site with minimal oversight. You will drive schedules, coordinate subcontractors, manage materials and inspections, and keep stakeholders updated weekly.

The role offers a strong base salary, potential performance bonuses, and an opportunity to shape company processes as the team scales.

Qualifications

• Proven construction project management experience.
• Residential new construction experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organization and follow-through--you create and drive the agenda.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• English proficiency required for job-related communication.
• Additional language skills (Spanish, Portuguese, or Russian) are a plus.
• Meaningful commercial construction experience is a strong plus.
• Multifamily residential experience preferred.
• JobTread experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day execution of residential construction projects and occasional light commercial work
• Build and manage schedules, priorities, and task lists without requiring constant oversight
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, inspections, and jobsite logistics
• Keep projects organized in JobTread; experience with Buildertrend or similar construction management software transfers well
• Provide structured weekly updates and brief daily check-ins when needed

Skills

Project management

Independent worker

English proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

JobTread

Buildertrend

Job description

The Absolute

Construction Project Manager -- Residential New Construction

Location: Newton/Needham, MA (On-site and local job sites)

The Absolute is a small, growing residential builder focused primarily on new construction. We're hiring an on-site Construction Project Manager who can run projects with minimal oversight--someone who builds their own plan, drives the schedule, and frees up the owner's time so the business can scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day execution of residential construction projects and occasional light commercial work
• Build and manage schedules, priorities, and task lists without requiring constant oversight
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, inspections, and jobsite logistics
• Keep projects organized in JobTread; experience with Buildertrend or similar construction management software transfers well
• Provide structured weekly updates and brief daily check-ins when needed

Qualifications

• Proven construction project management experience
• Residential new construction experience strongly preferred
• Strong organization and follow-through--you create and drive the agenda
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently
• English proficiency required for job-related communication
• Additional language skills, including Spanish, Portuguese, or Russian, are a plus
• Meaningful commercial construction experience is a strong plus
• Multifamily residential experience preferred
• JobTread experience is a plus

Pay and Benefits

• Full-time, W-2 employment
• Base salary: $95,000 to $145,000 per year, based on experience
• Potential performance bonus tied to project milestones, profitability, and other established goals
• Opportunity to shape company processes and standards
• Early influence on team structure, technology, including JobTread, and jobsite culture
• Practical, hands-on training and support as the company scales

Why The Absolute

You'll be joining a lean team where your work has a direct impact. If you want real ownership, minimal red tape, and the opportunity to help shape how a growing company operates, this is that environment.

The Absolute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as required by law.