Lead Multifamily Construction Project Manager

Ironcore Construction; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid PTO

Paid Sick Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Bonus Opportunities

Vehicle Allowance

Job summary

Ironcore Construction is seeking a Multifamily Construction Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of multifamily projects in California. You will partner with executives, superintendents, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to drive budget, schedule, quality, safety, and overall outcomes with ownership and accountability.

We offer a competitive base salary of $190,000 plus a $15,000 bonus, comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match,

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of construction project management experience, with multifamily experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong understanding of multifamily construction means, methods, sequencing, and project delivery.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, RFIs, submittals, procurement, and change orders.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong financial and project-controls mindset.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving construction environment.
• A proactive mentality—you identify problems, develop solutions, and take ownership of the outcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project management for multifamily construction projects.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, cost controls, and change management.
• Drive project schedules and proactively identify risks to critical milestones.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings for constructability, coordination, and potential project risks.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Partner closely with Superintendents and field teams to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate permitting processes and requirements with local jurisdictions.
• Lead weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings and clearly communicate project status, budget, schedule, risks, and upcoming priorities.
• Build productive relationships with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Monitor procurement and material deliveries to identify potential delays before they impact the schedule.
• Drive quality-control efforts throughout construction.
• Help resolve field and project issues quickly and decisively.
• Mentor and develop Assistant Project Managers and other project team members.
• Promote Ironcore’s commitment to safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Ironcore Construction is seeking a Multifamily Construction Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of multifamily projects in California. You will partner with executives, superintendents, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to drive budget, schedule, quality, safety, and overall outcomes with ownership and accountability.

We offer a competitive base salary of $190,000 plus a $15,000 bonus, comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match,