Senior Residential PM — Ground-Up DC Homes

Blue Star; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks PTO

14 paid holidays

50% health insurance

401(k) with company match after one20

Job summary

Blue Star Washington, D.C. is seeking a seasoned Residential Project Manager to lead full-cycle ground-up custom homes from planning to completion, onsite in DC. You will own schedules, budgets, permitting, inspections, and client coordination.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of DC residential construction experience, strong knowledge of local regulations, and a proven track record delivering high-end projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing multiple ground-up residential construction projects.
• Direct experience with DC permitting, zoning codes, and inspections.
• Proven track record managing budgets and schedules for complex residential builds.
• Lead Project Manager with full project ownership.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle construction of ground-up residential homes in Washington, D.C.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and budgets
• Coordinate pre-construction planning, permitting, and approvals
• Lead day-to-day execution, ensuring quality, timeline, and cost control
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and field teams with clear accountability
• Conduct and lead inspections with DC authorities and ensure compliance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project
• Proactively identify and resolve risks, delays, and budget impacts

Skills

Ground-up residential construction

DC permitting & inspections

Budget & schedule management

Project ownership

Client coordination

Job description

Blue Star Washington, D.C. is seeking a seasoned Residential Project Manager to lead full-cycle ground-up custom homes from planning to completion, onsite in DC. You will own schedules, budgets, permitting, inspections, and client coordination.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of DC residential construction experience, strong knowledge of local regulations, and a proven track record delivering high-end projects on time and within budget.