General Manager (Luxury Residential Construction)

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

3 weeks vacation

Gas card

Company phone

Laptop setup

Medical — employee only

Dental & Vision — voluntary

Life Insurance — 25K

Voluntary Life insurance

401(k)

FSA

Job summary

Jobot in San Francisco is seeking an exceptional Director of Operations / General Manager to lead construction operations for luxury residential projects. You will partner with the CEO, oversee PMs and field teams, and shape systems for scalable growth while delivering an outstanding client experience.

You will drive operations excellence, improve scheduling and forecasting, and nurture key industry relationships to position the firm for continued expansion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading luxury residential construction projects.
• Experience managing both Project Management and Field Operations teams.
• Proven success building operational systems within a growing organization.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience improving processes while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Ability to lead through influence, accountability, and trust.
• Comfort working in an entrepreneurial environment to scale growth.
• Experience with construction management platforms such as Procore is valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of multiple luxury residential projects from contract through closeout.
• Lead Project Managers and Field Leadership teams.
• Balance schedules, manpower, subcontractors, and resources across active projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to high quality standards.
• Resolve operational challenges before they impact clients or schedules.
• Lead superintendent teams through coaching and mentorship.
• Establish field expectations around quality and execution.
• Strengthen subcontractor partnerships and performance.
• Maintain a visible field presence and strong team relationships.
• Improve scheduling, reporting, forecasting, and PM systems.
• Develop processes supporting sustainable growth and planning.
• Lead production meetings, project reviews, and planning sessions.
• Monitor project health, capacity planning, and resource allocation.
• Partner with the CEO on strategic planning and decisions.
• Identify opportunities and remove bottlenecks to scale the business.
• Support workforce planning and market growth initiatives.
• Provide data-driven insights for decision making.
• Represent the company with architects, consultants, and trade partners.

Skills

Executive leadership

Construction Mgmt

Team leadership

Process improvement

Client service

Strategic planning

Procore

Influence skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Procore

Job description

A bit about us:

An established, highly respected luxury residential builder is seeking an exceptional Director of Operations / General Manager to lead the operational side of a growing organization known for delivering some of the region's most architecturally significant custom homes.

This is far more than an operations role. You'll become the CEO's trusted business partner, overseeing project delivery, leading construction operations, developing high-performing teams, improving systems, and helping shape the next phase of company growth. If you're the type of leader who enjoys building organizations—not just managing them—this is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Perks Include:

• Competitive salary
• 3 weeks of vacation right out of the gate + paid holidays + sick time
• Gas card & FasTrak
• Company-issued cell phone or reimbursement
• Computer/laptop set up for work
• Medical — 100% paid for employee-only coverage
• Dental & Vision — voluntary (group rate paid by employee)
• Life Insurance — $25K ($50K AD&D), fully employer-paid
• Voluntary Life Insurance — buy-up option for employees
• 401(k)
• FSA

And more!

Job Details

Salary: $230,000 - $250,000 per year

The Opportunity: This executive leadership role oversees all construction operations from project kickoff through completion while ensuring exceptional client experiences, outstanding craftsmanship, and operational excellence.

You’ll provide leadership across Project Management, Field Operations, Preconstruction, Scheduling, Quality, Safety, and Strategic Planning while helping create the systems and structure needed to support continued growth. You’ll work directly with ownership, influence company strategy, and play a critical role in scaling a highly respected luxury construction business.

What You’ll Lead

Construction Operations

• Oversee delivery of multiple luxury residential projects from contract through closeout
• Lead Project Managers and Field Leadership teams
• Balance schedules, manpower, subcontractors, and resources across active projects
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to exceptional quality standards
• Resolve operational challenges before they impact clients or schedules

Field Leadership

• Lead superintendent teams through coaching, accountability, and mentorship
• Establish field expectations around quality, communication, and execution
• Strengthen subcontractor partnerships and performance standards
• Maintain a visible presence in the field and build strong relationships with project teams

Operational Excellence

• Improve scheduling, reporting, forecasting, and project management systems
• Develop operational processes that support sustainable growth
• Lead production meetings, project reviews, and operational planning sessions
• Monitor project health, capacity planning, and company-wide resource allocation

Executive Leadership

• Partner closely with the CEO on strategic planning and business decisions
• Identify operational opportunities and remove organizational bottlenecks
• Help shape workforce planning, market growth, and long-term operational strategy
• Provide honest, data-driven insight that supports sound decision making

Business Development & Industry Relationships

• Represent the company within the architecture, design, and construction community
• Strengthen relationships with architects, consultants, and key trade partners
• Support business development through trusted industry relationships
• Help position the company for continued growth in existing and future markets

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for an operational leader who combines executive-level thinking with hands‑on leadership.

You Should Bring

• 10+ years leading luxury residential construction projects
• Experience managing both Project Management and Field Operations teams
• Proven success building operational systems within a growing organization
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience improving processes while maintaining exceptional client service
• Ability to lead through influence, accountability, and trust
• Comfort working in an entrepreneurial environment where you’ll help build the next stage of the business
• Experience with construction management platforms such as Procore or similar software is highly valued.

The Ideal Leader

The right person is more than an operator. They’re a builder of teams, systems, and culture. They know how to earn the respect of seasoned field professionals while partnering effectively with executives, clients, architects, and consultants. They remain calm under pressure, solve problems before they grow, and create clarity in complex environments. Most importantly, they understand that luxury construction is about more than building exceptional homes—it's about delivering an exceptional experience.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.