Project Manager

Daniels Design & Remodeling; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniels Design & Remodeling (DDR) seeks a Project Manager to lead custom residential remodeling projects from pre-construction through closeout. The role focuses on delivering on time, on budget, and at a high level of quality while creating an exceptional client experience.

The Project Manager will own all aspects of their projects, typically managing 2–3 projects concurrently and driving projects to meet schedule and budget targets with autonomy and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple residential remodeling projects from pre-construction to closeout.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and risk management skills.
• Excellent client communication and trade partner coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of construction from mobilization through punch list and closeout.
• Fully understand and manage each project’s plans, scope, and contract documents.
• Identify and resolve scope gaps, conflicts, and field conditions proactively.
• Make informed decisions prioritizing client satisfaction, schedule, and budget.
• Lead pre-construction and ongoing coordination meetings with subcontractors.
• Maintain jobsite organization, cleanliness, and professionalism.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Client communication

Team leadership

Risk management

Job description

Daniels Design & Remodeling (DDR)

Position Overview

Daniels Design & Remodeling is seeking a high-performing Project Manager to lead the execution of custom residential remodeling projects from pre-construction through final completion. This role is responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and at a high level of quality, while creating an exceptional client experience. The Project Manager owns all aspects of their projects — including planning, scheduling, financial performance, subcontractor coordination, and client communication. Project Managers at DDR typically manage 2–3 projects simultaneously, producing $2M–$4M annually, and are expected to operate with a high level of autonomy, accountability, and professionalism.

What Success Looks Like

• Takes full ownership of their projects
• Thinks ahead (3–4 weeks minimum) and proactively solves problems
• Maintains strong control over schedule, budget, and quality
• Communicates clearly and consistently with clients and trade partners
• Drives projects forward — does not react to them
• Delivers a high-end client experience, not just a finished product

Core Responsibilities

Project Ownership & Execution

• Lead all phases of construction from mobilization through punch list and closeout
• Fully understand and manage each project’s plans, scope, and contract documents
• Identify and resolve scope gaps, conflicts, and field conditions proactively
• Make informed decisions that prioritize client satisfaction, schedule, and budget

Scheduling & Planning

• Build and maintain a detailed, realistic construction schedule which aligns with company goals
• Plan and coordinate work 3+ weeks ahead
• Proactively manage trade partners to maintain production flow
• Adjust schedules as needed while maintaining overall project targets
• Manage each project to meet or exceed budgeted gross profit
• Review budgets weekly
• Create and manage change orders with proper pricing, scope clarity, and schedule impact
• Make daily decisions that align with efficient use of management time and company resources

Trade Partner & Field Coordination

• Clearly communicate scope, expectations, and sequencing to subcontractors
• Lead pre-construction and ongoing coordination meetings
• Ensure all materials and selections are ordered, delivered, and ready ahead of installation
• Maintain jobsite organization, cleanliness, and professionalism

Client Experience & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client during construction
• Lead weekly client meetings and manage expectations proactively