Senior Construction Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee high-end residential projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale projects, ensuring quality and craftsmanship while maintaining strong relationships with clients and teams. This role offers competitive salary, full benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Full Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Paid Short-Term Disability

8 Paid Holidays and PTO

Mentorship and Career Development

Educational Reimbursement

Discretionary Bonuses

Travel Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in high-end residential construction.
• 5 years managing projects over $10 million.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedule, budget, and documentation.
• Maintain communication with team members and clients.
• Oversee project closeout and warranties.

Skills

Communication

Team Building

Technical Knowledge

Education

Construction Management Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project

BlueBeam

Adobe Acrobat

Slack

Asana

SmartSheet

Airtable

Sage 300 CRE

Job description

Job Description

We’re hiring a senior project manager to manage high-end residential projects, working closely with the site superintendent to lead the build team. Our project managers are technical and design-savvy management professionals who can see the big picture and the tiniest detail. A successful candidate operates with integrity, professionalism, and diligence, maintaining critical relationships with clients, partners, and in-house teams. This position offers the opportunity to partner with superintendents to lead teams dedicated to quality and craftsmanship.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a senior project manager, you’ll be responsible for:

• Managing project schedule, budget, resources, and documentation throughout the build lifecycle
• Maintaining effective communication with team members, clients, owners, design partners, etc.
• Being proactive and flexible in response to design changes, challenges, and opportunities
• Participating in project estimating and pre-construction planning
• Owning the build budget and related elements
• Tracking and reporting on project financials
• Performing value engineering and cost analysis
• Developing and reviewing project schedules with the team
• Managing subcontractors, including RFPs, bids, contracts, and safety compliance
• Handling materials activities like submittals, change orders, and orders
• Managing project documentation and permits
• Reviewing shop drawings as needed
• Overseeing project closeout and warranties
• Conducting post-construction reviews
• Participating in company growth and community engagement
• Acting as liaison to Service Department when required

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

To be successful, you’ll need:

• 10+ years of experience in high-end residential construction
• At least 5 years managing projects over $10 million
• Relevant construction management degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to travel regionally and to Seattle for onboarding
• Strong ability to interpret architectural drawings and specs
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
• Technical knowledge and ingenuity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, BlueBeam, and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with Slack, Asana, SmartSheet, Airtable is a plus
• Basic knowledge of Sage 300 CRE modules (training provided)

WHAT WE OFFER

We are a friendly, professional team offering:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full medical, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Paid short-term disability
• 8 paid holidays and PTO
• Mentorship and career development
• Educational reimbursement
• Discretionary bonuses
• Travel opportunities

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1980, Dowbuilt specializes in innovative residential projects across the country, working with top architects and featured in major publications. Our culture emphasizes care for employees, clients, and partners, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and design.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

We invest in professional growth and encourage open communication and mentorship. As a leader, you will help your team develop their strengths and fill knowledge gaps, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, or other protected classes.