Project Manager – High-End Residential Construction

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our construction team and manage high-end residential projects from planning through completion.

The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, according to scope, and at or above projected profitability, while maintaining JLV's standards for quality and client service.

*Compensation & Benefits:

Base Salary: $70,000–$85,000/year

In addition to base salary, JLV Construction offers:

• Approximately $9,000 in annual fixed allowances
• Performance bonus of up to 10% of annual base salary
• 100% company-paid basic medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation

*What You'll Do:

Project Management

• Manage assigned residential construction projects from pre-construction through completion.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Coordinate project activities with Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and other team members.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify potential delays or issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, job logs, and reporting.

Client & Team Communication

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the project.
• Conduct regular project meetings with clients, subcontractors, and internal team members.
• Maintain clear, timely, and professional communication with all stakeholders.
• Resolve project issues proactively and maintain a high level of client satisfaction.

Budget & Cost Control

• Track project budgets and financial performance.
• Manage the change order process from estimate through client approval.
• Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and vendors.
• Issue and manage purchase orders.
• Forecast costs to complete and monitor remaining project balances.
• Prepare monthly billing for review and submission.

Leadership

• Set priorities and coordinate the project team around deadlines and company goals.
• Directly manage and develop team members, including Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, and Field Technicians.
• Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and coaching sessions.
• Promote accountability, ownership, and strong performance.

*What We're Looking For:

• 5 years of progressive construction management experience, preferably involving high-end residential construction and/or complex commercial projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing construction projects from planning through completion.
• Strong understanding of construction budgets, scheduling, procurement, change orders, and cost control.
• Experience working directly with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to use project management and construction technology effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred, but relevant construction experience will also be considered.

*Why Join JLV?

You will have the opportunity to work on high-end residential construction projects in New Orleans, collaborate with experienced construction professionals, build strong client relationships, and grow within a company that invests in its people.

If you are an experienced Project Manager who takes ownership of projects, understands the financial side of construction, communicates well with clients and teams, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work, we'd like to hear from you.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience managing project budgets, costs, change orders, purchasing, and financial forecasting.
• Tell us about a challenging construction project situation you faced. What happened, what did you do, and what was the outcome?
• Tell us about a time you had to hold a subcontractor, employee, or project team member accountable for their performance. What was the situation, how did you handle it, and what was the outcome?
• What construction management software and systems have you used, and how did you personally use them in your role? Please include any experience with Buildertrend, Procore, CoConstruct, or similar platforms.
• Describe your construction project management experience, including the types and approximate budgets of projects you have personally managed on both residential and commercial fronts.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000