Restoration Project Manager

Cornerstone Disaster Repair; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas card

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Cornerstone Disaster Repair in Portland, OR is seeking a Restoration Project Manager to oversee projects from start to finish. You will manage profitability, timelines, subcontractors, and customer communication to deliver quality results.

This leadership role emphasizes protecting margins, coordinating with homeowners and insurers, and ensuring work is completed on time and within budget. Experience with Xactimate is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in restoration or construction project management.
• Strong understanding of insurance restoration processes.
• Experience with Xactimate (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage residential and light commercial restoration projects from start to finish.
• Create and review estimates using Xactimate; develop scopes and budgets.
• Maintain target gross profit margins and manage subcontractors.
• Conduct site visits, quality inspections and communicate with homeowners.
• Approve invoices, handle change orders and ensure on-time completion.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Reading estimates

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Restoration Project Manager

Portland, OR

Insurance Restoration | Residential & Light Commercial

Competitive Salary

About Us

We are a fast-growing, family-owned insurance restoration contractor serving the Portland metro area. We specialize in water, fire, and storm damage restoration and work directly with major insurance carriers. Our team values integrity, communication, and delivering a 5-star customer experience on every job.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Restoration Project Manager to oversee projects from start to finish. This role is responsible for managing job profitability, timelines, subcontractors, customer communication, and quality control.

This is not just a coordinator role — this is a leadership position responsible for protecting margins and delivering excellent results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage residential and light commercial restoration projects (water, fire, storm, reconstruction)
• Create and review estimates using Xactimate (preferred)
• Develop project scopes and budgets
• Maintain target gross profit margins
• Schedule and manage subcontractors and trades
• Conduct job site visits and quality inspections
• Communicate with homeowners and insurance adjusters
• Approve invoices and review job costs
• Handle change orders and supplements
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Maintain accurate documentation in job management software

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in restoration or construction project management
• Strong understanding of insurance restoration processes
• Experience with Xactimate (highly preferred)
• Knowledge of Oregon building codes
• Ability to read and understand construction estimates
• Strong leadership and subcontractor management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and financially aware
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who takes ownership of projects
• Strong decision-maker who can solve problems in the field
• Margin-focused and accountable
• Professional with both customers and trades
• Team player who supports company culture

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (DOE)
• Gas card
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

Why Join Us?

• Stable, established company with strong carrier relationships
• Supportive leadership team
• Clear expectations and bonus incentives
• Opportunity to grow with a company that values performance and integrity