Mitigation Project Manager

Paul Davis Restoration•Brooklyn, NY

20h•$70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Paul Davis is hiring a Mitigation Project Manager to oversee water, fire, mold, and contents projects from the initial notice of loss through completion. This foundational role in a growing franchise manages customer communication, field operations, documentation, budgets, and claim compliance, while keeping projects moving efficiently and supporting customers. The Project Manager manages mitigation projects from initial loss through dry-out and transition to reconstruction; conducts inspections and defines scopes; and coordinates crews, equipment, and vendors. The role maintains project records, including photos, moisture logs, daily notes, and compliance records, and communicates with customers, property managers, adjusters, and other stakeholders. It also manages budgets, timelines, changing conditions, and project closeout, partners with office staff on billing and collections, and manages crew hiring and development. Because this is an emergency-services role, flexible hours—including nights and weekends—are expected. The position is full-time with a variable field schedule based on active projects. Compensation includes a base salary and uncapped performance-based incentives tied to completed, profitable projects; compensation details are discussed during the interview process. Paul Davis is an industry leader in property damage mitigation, reconstruction, and remodeling, serving residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada. The company emphasizes customer service, leadership, continuous improvement, integrity, and providing extraordinary care to people in their time of need. Its owner speaks Spanish, and bilingual communication is part of how the team serves customers. Paul Davis supports and hires veterans and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and strong character.
Show self-motivation, a growth mindset, ownership, and responsibility.
Have a desire to help people in distress.
Have experience managing mitigation and repair projects in NYC.
Have significant experience with water, fire, mold, and contents projects.
Demonstrate the ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and job sequencing.
Be proficient with technology and adaptable to new software.
Have a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
Hold at least an IICRC WRT certification.
Have 2–3 years of experience managing restoration projects end to end.

Nice To Haves

Restoration or insurance-related construction experience.
Estimating experience or familiarity with Xactimate and Cotality.
Additional IICRC certifications, such as ASD or FSRT.

Responsibilities

Manage mitigation projects from initial loss through dry-out and transition to reconstruction.
Conduct inspections and define project scopes.
Coordinate crews, equipment, and vendors.
Maintain project documentation, including photos, moisture logs, daily notes, and compliance records.
Communicate with customers, property managers, adjusters, and other stakeholders throughout projects.
Manage budgets, timelines, changing conditions, and project closeout.
Partner with office staff to support billing and collections.
Manage crews, including hiring and development.
Oversee claim compliance and keep projects moving efficiently while supporting customers.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive opportunities, including uncapped earning potential.
Competitive base salary.
Flexible schedule.
Free uniforms.
Opportunity for advancement.
Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with NYC law.
Company laptop.
Vehicle and cell phone allowance.
Leadership development and cross-training opportunities.
Paid training and certification support.
Strong team culture and operational support.