Construction Project Manager

SBD Housing Solutions•Blue Springs, MO

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for driving consistent, on-time, and on-budget execution across a high volume of residential construction and renovation projects. This role focuses on executing a proven system with precision, discipline, and accountability within a structured environment. The ideal candidate manages multiple projects simultaneously, follows processes, maintains standards, and holds vendors accountable to timelines and quality expectations. This position is key to helping the company scale to 250+ projects annually by ensuring every project follows a repeatable, predictable system from start to finish. The two main guiding themes for this role are to drive construction quality and ensure adherence to documented processes.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent GED is required.
5+ years of project management experience in the construction industry or construction specialties such as plumbing, carpentry, or masonry.
A valid state-issued driver's license and reliable transportation is required.
Exceptional project management skills such as time management, project budgeting, resource management and project scheduling.
Understanding and application of the EOS process.
Proficient knowledge of RentManager and Salesforce.
Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Ability to identify procedural improvements, make suggestions, and assist in implementing said changes.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Ability to work and perform in a fast-paced, growing environment with little supervision.
Ability to relate to all types of people and levels in and outside the organization.
Roll up your sleeves attitude to achieve desired results.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple jobs at the same time.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the full lifecycle of each project from acquisition to final completion, ensuring zero unnecessary downtime between phases.
Proactively identify and eliminate gaps in workflow (e.g., time between acquisition bid start completion).
Drive speed of execution by ensuring projects are moving forward daily, not sitting idle.
Define clear, repeatable scopes of work aligned with company standards and rehab templates.
Create accurate construction estimates using material takeoffs (MTO) and historical cost data.
Build and manage project budgets with a focus on cost predictability and variance control.
Identify cost overruns early and take corrective action.
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with clearly defined milestones and deadlines.
Ensure all projects are scheduled to start quickly and progress without delays.
Actively manage the construction pipeline to reduce days vacant and increase project velocity.
Hold all vendors accountable to timelines-no missed start dates, no drifting schedules.
Source, onboard, and manage general contractors and subcontractors.
Negotiate pricing and scope to ensure profitable and scalable construction operations.
Set clear expectations for performance, timelines, and quality-and enforce them consistently.
Address underperformance quickly and decisively.
Conduct site visits at key phases: Pre-rehab walkthrough, Mid-project progress checks, Final quality control inspections.
Ensure all work meets company-defined quality standards and scopes.
Prevent rework by catching issues early and enforcing standards throughout the process.
Execute and enforce standardized construction processes across all projects.
Identify breakdowns in systems and collaborate with leadership to improve workflows.
Ensure all projects follow consistent, repeatable procedures to support scaling to 250+ homes annually.
Coordinate labor, materials, and scheduling to ensure efficient project execution.
Maintain visibility into tools, equipment, and resource allocation across projects.
Ensure crews and vendors are deployed effectively with minimal downtime.
Provide consistent, structured updates to leadership on: Project status, Budget performance, Timeline adherence.
Track key metrics such as: Days to start, Days in rehab, On-time completion rate.
Exhibit strong organizational discipline, punctuality, and follow-through.
Maintain strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety standards.