Project Manager

International Erosion Control Association; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Erosion Control Association is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead ground-up residential ADU projects from site visit to Certificate of Occupancy. This role is highly independent, hands-on, overseeing permitting, site work, septic, utilities, foundations, and vertical construction.

You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and homeowner communication, coordinating with architects, engineers, surveyors, and local authorities to ensure on-time completion and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing ground-up residential construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction, including site work, septic systems, foundations, framing, and finishes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, engineering, septic, and site-work drawings.
• Direct experience managing permitting and inspections.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades.
• Strong budget management and scheduling experience.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple active projects.
• Strong computer skills and experience using project management software, spreadsheets, email, and digital construction plans.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License (CSL) required.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple ground-up residential construction projects from pre-construction through final completion.
• Review and interpret architectural, engineering, septic, and site-work drawings.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, surveyors, subcontractors, suppliers, and local municipalities.
• Manage the permitting and inspection process, including building, zoning, conservation, and Board of Health requirements.
• Oversee site preparation, tree clearing, erosion control, excavation, septic installation, utilities, water lines, and foundations.
• Manage all phases of vertical construction, including framing, roofing, siding, windows, doors, mechanical systems, insulation, drywall, and interior finishes.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Manage project budgets, costs, change orders, and documentation.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and material deliveries.
• Conduct regular site visits and maintain high‑quality construction standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, providing proactive communication and excellent customer service.
• Identify and resolve construction issues before they impact the project schedule or budget.
• Manage punch lists, final inspections, and project closeout.

Skills

Residential construction

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Client communication

CSL license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project management software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead ground-up residential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) projects from the initial site visit through final completion and Certificate of Occupancy.

This is a highly independent, hands-on role for someone with extensive experience managing residential construction projects from start to finish. You will oversee the full project lifecycle, including permitting, site work, septic, utilities, foundations, vertical construction, finishes, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and homeowner communication.

What You’ll Do

• Manage multiple ground-up residential construction projects from pre-construction through final completion.
• Review and interpret architectural, engineering, septic, and site-work drawings.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, surveyors, subcontractors, suppliers, and local municipalities.
• Manage the permitting and inspection process, including building, zoning, conservation, and Board of Health requirements.
• Oversee site preparation, tree clearing, erosion control, excavation, septic installation, utilities, water lines, and foundations.
• Manage all phases of vertical construction, including framing, roofing, siding, windows, doors, mechanical systems, insulation, drywall, and interior finishes.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Manage project budgets, costs, change orders, and documentation.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and material deliveries.
• Conduct regular site visits and maintain high‑quality construction standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, providing proactive communication and excellent customer service.
• Identify and resolve construction issues before they impact the project schedule or budget.
• Manage punch lists, final inspections, and project closeout.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing ground‑up residential construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction, including site work, excavation, septic systems, foundations, framing, and finishes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, engineering, septic, and site‑work drawings.
• Direct experience managing permitting and inspections.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades.
• Strong budget management and scheduling experience.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple active projects.
• Strong computer skills and experience using project management software, spreadsheets, email, and digital construction plans.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License (CSL) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ADU or design‑build construction.
• Familiarity with Massachusetts permitting requirements.
• Knowledge of Title 5 septic systems.
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code and HERS process.
• Current OSHA certification.