What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custom Home Project Manager position at Nautilus Homes?
Custom Home Project Manager
Nautilus Homes
Sarasota, FLFull-Time | Onsite
Build Exceptional Homes with One of Florida's Premier Custom Home Builders
At Nautilus Homes, we specialize in award-winning custom waterfront homes that combine exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and an unmatched client experience. As a second-generation, family-owned builder, we've earned recognition including the 2022 AIA Florida Builder of the Year and national awards for custom home design.
We're looking for an experienced Project Manager who is passionate about delivering luxury custom homes while building strong relationships with homeowners, architects, designers, and trade partners. If you thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment where quality always comes first, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As Project Manager, you'll oversee luxury custom home projects from pre-construction through final completion.
Your responsibilities include:
- Manage multiple custom home projects while maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality standards
- Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, architects, designers, and consultants
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners throughout construction
- Monitor project budgets, contracts, change orders, forecasting, and milestone billing
- Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with all stakeholders
- Partner with Superintendents to ensure field operations align with project goals
- Conduct regular site visits to verify workmanship, safety, and project progress
- Oversee project documentation, RFIs, submittals, inspections, and closeout activities
- Identify project risks early and develop practical solutions to keep projects moving forward
What We're Looking For
- 7 years of experience in custom residential construction
- At least 5 years of Project Management experience
- Experience managing luxury custom homes preferred
- Strong budgeting, scheduling, and financial management skills
- Proficiency with Procore and construction management software (Procore certification is a plus)
- Experience using Microsoft Project
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Working knowledge of Florida residential construction, permitting, and building codes
- Valid Florida driver's license and ability to travel throughout the Sarasota area
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you will:
- Deliver custom homes on schedule, within budget, and to Nautilus Homes' quality standards
- Build trusted relationships with homeowners, architects, designers, and trade partners
- Anticipate project challenges and resolve them proactively
- Maintain organized project documentation and financial accuracy
- Contribute to the exceptional client experience that has become synonymous with the Nautilus Homes brand
Why Join Nautilus Homes?
- Work on nationally recognized luxury custom homes
- Join an award-winning, second-generation family-owned company
- Profit-sharing opportunities after demonstrated tenure
- Insurance allowance
- Simple IRA with employer match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Company vehicle, phone, and computer
- Ongoing leadership development and career growth
- Collaborative team committed to craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence
How to Apply
If you're ready to help build some of Florida's finest custom homes while growing your career with an industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a brief summary of your luxury residential construction experience. A cover letter and salary expectations are welcome but not required.
Nautilus Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.