Senior Homebuilding Project Leader

SolomonEdwards; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SolomonEdwards is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead residential construction from site development through final delivery. This role oversees schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and field teams across multiple homes within communities, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and high quality.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of residential PM experience, strong leadership and deep knowledge of codes, safety standards, and cost control.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive residential construction and project management experience.
• Experience managing residential construction projects from pre-construction through completion.
• Experience overseeing multiple homes, construction schedules, budgets, and subcontractor relationships.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, building codes, permitting, inspections, and safety regulations.
• Experience managing project budgets, controlling costs, and maintaining construction timelines.
• Strong leadership skills with experience directing construction teams and trade contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of residential construction projects, including pre-construction planning, site preparation, permitting, vertical construction, inspections, and final home delivery.
• Oversee the construction of multiple homes simultaneously within residential communities.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved.
• Coordinate construction activities with land development, purchasing, architecture, sales, and other internal departments.
• Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, construction challenges, and project delays.
• Monitor progress, ensuring compliance with codes, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Provide regular project updates to senior leadership, including schedules, budgets, risks, and performance.

Skills

Residential construction management

Project scheduling

Budget management

Subcontractor management

Leadership

Code compliance & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Construction scheduling software

Job description

SolomonEdwards is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead residential construction from site development through final delivery. This role oversees schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and field teams across multiple homes within communities, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and high quality.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of residential PM experience, strong leadership and deep knowledge of codes, safety standards, and cost control.