Construction Project Manager

CSC Generation•Elk Grove, CA

20d•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

DR Design & Remodel is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager to oversee residential kitchen and bath remodeling projects from signed design through final walkthrough. Based at the company’s Elk Grove showroom, the Project Manager manages licensed general contractor partners and specialty trades across multiple active jobs, serves as the homeowners’ main point of contact, and protects project margins. The position is salaried and exempt, with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional flexibility as job site needs require. Compensation is $85,000–$105,000 per year, depending on experience. The role requires reviewing proposals for scope and cost, translating approved work into clear work orders, managing schedules and project costs, coordinating suppliers, deliveries, inspections, and permits with the general contractor, and monitoring construction quality and progress through regular site visits. The Project Manager also communicates proactively with homeowners, handles concerns and change orders, approves invoices against work orders, and coordinates final job cost reviews with accounting. DR Design & Remodel describes itself as the Sacramento region’s kitchen and bath remodeling expert and has operated for over 20 years. The company provides equal employment opportunities and states that it will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process.

Requirements

Active or expired CSLB Class B (General Building) license that can readily be reactivated.
At least 3 years of residential construction project management experience, including kitchen and bath remodeling.
Hands-on experience in the trades, such as cabinetry, flooring, drywall, tile, plumbing, or electrical.
Ability to direct general contractors and trades with confidence.
Skilled in reading plans, construction drawings, and cabinet layouts.
Experience with estimating and job costing.
Proficiency with BuilderTrend or similar software.
Proven ability to manage multiple active jobs with close attention to detail.
Strong communication and customer management skills.
Visible, positive presence when dealing with external parties.
Growth mindset and whole-project perspective.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.
A truck for visiting job sites.

Responsibilities

Review customer proposals for scope and cost before they become signed contracts.
Occasionally provide input to the Designer in interactions with homeowners and builders.
Convert approved scope into clear work orders.
Manage licensed general contractors and specialty trades across multiple active jobs.
Build and maintain project schedules; coordinate suppliers, deliveries, and inspections.
Ensure permits are obtained in coordination with the general contractor.
Own each project’s budget and keep actual costs close to budget.
Track project margins throughout construction.
Approve general contractor and subcontractor invoices against work orders.
Coordinate pricing and management of change orders.
Close each job with a cost-versus-budget review with accounting.
Visit active job sites to check progress, quality, safety, and adherence to scope.
Hold general contractors and trades accountable to company standards.
Drive punch lists through to a clean final walkthrough.
Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners and provide proactive updates on progress, changes, and costs.
Resolve homeowner concerns promptly and assist with collections when needed.
Step outside role boundaries as needed to solve problems and support design, sales, and the showroom team.
Look for ways to improve how the company works.