Reconstruction Project Manager

Location: Northridge, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

Our client, a respected Paul Davis Restoration franchise in the San Fernando Valley, is a leader in property restoration and reconstruction after fire, water, and other insurance-covered losses. They are known for their strong values, high standards, and commitment to supporting homeowners during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. With a growing team and a culture rooted in their Mission, Vision, and Values, they are seeking a Reconstruction Project Manager to help drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Purpose

The Reconstruction Project Manager plays a key role in overseeing residential and commercial reconstruction projects from start to finish. This role requires a restoration-experienced professional who can take initiative, act independently, communicate proactively, and manage 10–15 active projects—representing roughly $1.5M in business.

The ideal candidate understands insurance claims processes, works well in the field, builds strong relationships with subcontractors, and thrives in a fast-moving environment where urgency, organization, and follow-through matter.

Responsibilities

As the Reconstruction Project Manager, you will:

• Manage multiple reconstruction projects simultaneously (10–15 active jobs) while meeting operational goals for sales, gross margin, and customer experience.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, adjusters, subcontractors, and property managers.

• Understand insurance claims workflows and ensure proper communication, documentation, and financial controls.

• Develop, monitor, and adjust project budgets and schedules.

• Select, coordinate, and manage subcontractors; maintain strong local vendor relationships.

• Spend significant time in the field overseeing progress, inspecting job sites, and maintaining quality control.

• Resolve project issues proactively with a bias for action and a solutions-oriented mindset.

• Maintain Paul Davis standards for professionalism, safety, and compliance.

• Use technology and modern communication tools to keep all stakeholders informed.

• Deliver a high-level customer experience with empathy, reliability, and urgency.

Qualifications

To be successful as a Reconstruction Project Manager, you should have:

• Restoration experience (required) — candidates without restoration will not be considered.

• 3 years of reconstruction or construction project management experience

• Strong understanding of insurance claims, estimates, budgets, and job costing.

• Ability to manage $2M in annual project volume.

• Working knowledge of construction methods, trades, and sequencing.

• Experience with Xactimate or Symbility (or willingness and ability to learn quickly).

• Strong organization, prioritization, communication, and active listening skills.

• Independent, self-driven work style with high energy and a growth mindset.

• Local knowledge of subcontractors and ability to build/maintain vendor relationships.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout Southern California.

• Ability to work nights/weekends as needed.

• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.

• Ability to meet physical requirements, including walking job sites, climbing stairs, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working in variable indoor/outdoor conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

• $75,000–$85,000 annual salary, depending on experience and certifications

• Bonus opportunities based on profitability

• Company vehicle, phone, and laptop

• PTO, paid sick days, holidays

• Health benefits and 401(k) matching

• Leadership development and advancement opportunities

• Strong culture, supportive team, and meaningful work helping families rebuild

Why This Role

This Reconstruction Project Manager opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced restoration environment and wants division responsibility, a strong team environment and the chance to make a real impact. You’ll be joining a high-performing Paul Davis franchise with clear expectations, strong values, and an exciting path for growth.

If you’re an energetic restoration professional who takes initiative, communicates proactively, and delivers exceptional results, we encourage you to apply.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Salary : $75,000 - $85,000