Project Manager (Luxury Residential)

Calqulate; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with Match

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead luxury residential construction projects from pre-construction through closeout in the Birmingham, MI area within the Metro Detroit market. You will drive schedules, budgets, on-site execution, and owner-facing communications while maintaining high quality and client service across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate brings a proactive mindset, attention to detail, and strong collaboration with homeowners, architects, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in residential construction.
• Luxury custom home experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple active projects, schedules, budgets, and trades.
• Experience with homeowners, architects, and design professionals.
• Strong understanding of sequencing, site logistics, QC, and field operations.
• Ability to read plans, specs, and finish details.

Responsibilities

• Manage custom residential projects from kickoff to completion.
• Develop and maintain schedules and look-ahead timelines.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and team.
• Monitor budgets, costs, and change orders.
• Lead homeowner, architect, and designer communications.
• Ensure on-site safety and quality standards.
• Review drawings and specs to prevent delays.
• Resolve field issues promptly to move projects forward.
• Maintain documentation: schedules, notes, approvals, change orders.
• Partner with leadership to protect the overall project experience.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Reading plans

Problem solving

Construction docs

Travel

Residential construction

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-end residential construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This person will be responsible for driving schedules, budgets, communication, subcontractor coordination, and on-site execution while maintaining the level of quality and client service expected on luxury custom homes. The right candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in an owner-facing role across multiple custom residential projects in the Birmingham, Bloomfield, and broader Metro Detroit market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage custom residential construction projects from kickoff through final completion
• Build and maintain project schedules, milestone plans, and short-term look-ahead timelines
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, inspectors, and internal team members
• Monitor budgets, job costs, change orders, allowances, and overall financial performance
• Lead communication with homeowners, architects, designers, and trade partners throughout the life of the project
• Ensure job sites are running efficiently, safely, and to company quality standards
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and field conditions to identify issues before they become delays or cost overruns
• Solve field problems quickly and keep projects moving with urgency and professionalism
• Track material procurement, long-lead items, delivery timing, and installation sequencing
• Conduct regular site walks, quality-control reviews, punch-list management, and closeout coordination
• Maintain accurate documentation including schedules, meeting notes, selections, approvals, and change-order records
• Partner closely with leadership to keep clients informed and protect the overall project experience

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in residential construction
• Strong preference for luxury custom home experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple active projects, schedules, budgets, and trade relationships at once
• Experience working directly with homeowners, architects, and design professionals
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, quality control, and residential field operations
• Ability to read plans, specifications, and finish details with a sharp eye for accuracy
• Strong communication skills, follow-through, and professional presence
• Ability to solve problems quickly, stay ahead of issues, and hold trades accountableProficiency with project management, scheduling, and construction documentation tools
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local Metro Detroit job sites as needed

Preferred Background

• Luxury custom residential construction experience in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, or comparable Metro Detroit submarkets
• Background with ground-up custom homes, major additions, and complex renovations
• Experience in a client-facing environment where service, communication, and craftsmanship all matter

What Success Looks Like

• Projects stay on schedule and within budget
• Clients feel informed, supported, and confident throughout the build
• Subcontractors are coordinated well and held to a high standard
• Field issues are solved early before they impact quality or deadlines
• Finished homes reflect the company's reputation for craftsmanship and professionalism

Compensation

Competitive Base Salary

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurances

401k with Match