Residential Construction Manager

SST Direct; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance

FSA options

401k match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Gym membership

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a company seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee day-to-day construction of for‑sale residential communities in San Jose, CA.

You will manage projects from site work through handoff, ensure schedules, budgets, and quality meet standards, and coordinate with trade partners and inspectors. Five+ years in multifamily construction and a strong knowledge of both horizontal and vertical construction are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in multifamily residential construction for production or infill builds.
• Experience with townhomes and multi-story attached housing.
• Knowledge of horizontal site development and vertical construction.
• Ability to coordinate with municipalities, inspectors, and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage horizontal and vertical construction activities, including scheduling and field coordination.
• Oversee subcontractors and trade partners with daily coordination and sequencing.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules and monitor progress.
• Lead preconstruction and project startup meetings and field reviews.
• Coordinate inspections with local authorities and ensure code compliance.
• Enforce safety programs and SWPPP requirements on site.
• Monitor budgets, review invoices, and manage change orders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with plans and homeowner commitments.
• Conduct quality inspections, manage punch lists, and pre-closing walk-throughs.
• Support warranty transitions and post-closing issue resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Budget management

Reading plans

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety/regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related

Tools

Construction management software

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Construction Manager

Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $120,000–$140,000 annually, depending on experience
Reports To: Director of Construction, Northern California

Direct Hire Opportunity

Position Summary

Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a company seeking an experienced, hands‑on Construction Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day construction of for‑sale residential communities in San Jose, California.

This individual will manage assigned projects from initial site work and horizontal improvements through vertical construction, final inspections, and homeowner handoff. The Construction Manager will be responsible for maintaining project schedules, controlling costs, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring all homes meet established quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience managing multifamily residential construction for a production or infill homebuilder, with specific experience in townhomes and multi‑story attached housing. Candidates must understand both horizontal site development and vertical construction and be comfortable coordinating with trade partners, local inspectors, and internal project teams.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage horizontal construction activities, including grading, utilities, site improvements, and infrastructure, as well as vertical residential construction.

• Oversee subcontractors and trade partners, including daily coordination, scheduling, sequencing, and workmanship.

• Develop and maintain construction schedules, communicate progress, and identify potential delays or project risks.

• Lead preconstruction meetings, project startup meetings, subcontractor orientations, and routine field reviews.

• Coordinate municipal and agency inspections while ensuring compliance with applicable building codes, permits, and conditions of approval.

• Enforce jobsite safety requirements, Cal/OSHA regulations, SWPPP requirements, and company safety procedures.

• Monitor project budgets, review trade invoices and purchase orders, manage change orders and back charges, and identify cost‑saving opportunities.

• Coordinate with Purchasing, Development, Forward Planning, Design, Sales, and Customer Relations to ensure construction aligns with project plans and homeowner commitments.

• Perform quality control inspections, manage punch lists, and conduct pre‑closing walkthroughs.

• Support warranty transitions and help resolve post‑closing construction issues as needed.

• Maintain accurate daily logs, field photographs, inspection records, and construction progress reports.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of five years managing multifamily residential construction sites for a production or infill homebuilder.

• Required experience with townhomes and multi‑story attached residential construction.

• Working knowledge of horizontal site development, including grading, utilities, and infrastructure, as well as vertical construction.

• Experience coordinating with Northern California municipalities, inspectors, subcontractors, and trade partners preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret civil, architectural, structural, and MEP plans.

• Knowledge of California building codes, Cal/OSHA regulations, and SWPPP requirements.

• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors, project schedules, budgets, and quality standards simultaneously.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

• Proficiency in construction management or scheduling software and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range of $120,000–$140,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Quarterly bonus opportunities.

• Mileage reimbursement for business travel during the workday, excluding the regular commute.

• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.

• 401(k) with a 6% company match.

• Three weeks (15 business days) of paid time off.

• Paid holidays.

• $25,000 in life insurance coverage.

• Gym membership valued at $40 per month.

• Cell phone reimbursement of $85 per month. INDH