Project Manager (Multi-Family Construction)

Castellan Real Estate Partners; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) + Company Match

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Bonus Opportunity

Vehicle & Phone Allowances

Job summary

Ironcore Construction is seeking a Multifamily Construction Project Manager to lead multifamily projects from planning to completion in California. You will partner with executives, superintendents, and architects to manage budget, schedule, quality, and safety, while driving ownership and accountability on the job.

The role emphasizes leadership, robust budgeting, and proactive problem solving in a fast‑paced environment with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of construction project management experience, preferably multifamily.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural/engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of multifamily projects from planning through completion.
• Develop and control budgets, forecasts, and change management.
• Drive schedules and identify risks to milestones.
• Review drawings for constructability and coordination.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement, and documentation.
• Lead weekly OAC meetings and report status, budget, and priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

RFI Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Construction Management

Reading Drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Civil Engineering (related)

Job description

BUILD HOMES. CREATE COMMUNITY. BUILD YOUR CAREER.

Ironcore Construction is growing—and we're looking for a Multifamily Construction Project Manager who wants more than just another project.

We're looking for a builder, problem-solver, and leader who takes ownership, brings teams together, and wants to help deliver multifamily communities that make a lasting impact across California.

If you know multifamily construction and want the opportunity to work alongside an experienced construction leadership team while taking real ownership of your projects, we want to meet you.

WHO IS IRONCORE?

Ironcore Construction is a California general contractor and full-service construction and development company with a strong specialization in multifamily and affordable housing.

Throughout their careers, members of the Ironcore team have completed 150+ major construction, renovation, addition, and conversion projects representing more than $1.5 billion in construction value.

Our mission goes beyond constructing buildings. We strive to be a leader in our industry, deliver exceptional service to our clients, and add value to communities through our commitment to affordable housing.

Our culture is built around six core values:

Integrity | Vision | People | Safety | Innovation | Continuous Improvement

At Ironcore, our philosophy is simple:

Building Homes. Creating Community.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Multifamily Construction Project Manager, you'll take a leadership role in the successful delivery of multifamily construction projects from planning through completion.

You’ll partner directly with Project Executives, Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive the budget, schedule, quality, safety, and overall success of your projects.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who wants ownership and accountability—not simply another seat at the table.

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

• 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.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 3-7+ years of construction project management experience, with multifamily experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent relevant construction experience will be 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.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

$190,000 base salary plus $15,000 bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to eligible full-time employees, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

401(k) + Company Match

Build for your future with Ironcore's 401(k) retirement plan. Employees become eligible after three months of continuous employment, with a Company match of:

• 100% of the first 3% you contribute
• 50% of the next 2% you contribute

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off

Employees accrue 120 hours (3 weeks) of PTO annually, increasing to 160 hours (4 weeks) after five years of continuous employment.

Paid Sick Leave

Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with California law and Company policy, with accrual beginning on your first day of employment.

Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

Ironcore provides eligible full-time employees with long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee, providing income replacement equal to 60% of eligible earnings, subject to the terms of the plan.

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Eligible full-time employees receive $10,000 in Company-paid basic life insurance coverage.

Bonus Opportunity

Eligible positions may include performance and/or project-based bonus opportunities based on the terms of the position.

Vehicle & Phone Allowances

Position-specific vehicle and phone allowances may be provided based on project responsibilities and the terms of the position.