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Construction Project Manager - High End Custom Residential

Orion Placement
Santa Barbara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2026

Pay: $95,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year


Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Work on luxury, architecturally significant custom homes in one of Californias most beautiful regions
  • Lead detailed, design-forward projects that stand out in the Santa Barbara custom home market
  • Join a boutique, tight-knit team known for craftsmanship, collaboration, and long-term client relationships
  • Strong growth runway with regular performance-based pay increases
  • Competitive hourly pay with overtime at time-and-a-half, annual bonuses, and strong employer-paid benefits


Note (Must-Have Qualifications)

Must have at least 2 years of experience in residential construction (luxury or custom preferred). Prior experience leading projects, schedules, and subcontractors is strongly preferred.


About Our Client

Our client is a boutique general contractor specializing in architecturally distinctive, high-end custom residences throughout Santa Barbara. For over 30 years, theyve built a reputation for craftsmanship, precision, and exceptional service while partnering with top architects and designers.


Job Description

  • Lead high-end custom home projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Own overall project execution: schedule, budget, scope, quality, and client expectations
  • Manage subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and consultants to maintain daily progress
  • Build and maintain project schedules, coordinate sequencing, and keep trades accountable
  • Drive project documentation including:
  • RFIs
  • Submittals
  • Change orders
  • Meeting notes
  • Progress tracking
  • Communicate proactively with clients and internal stakeholders to provide clear updates and manage expectations
  • Conduct regular site walks to ensure work aligns with plans, specifications, and design intent
  • Identify issues early, troubleshoot field conditions, and resolve problems quickly
  • Ensure high standards of jobsite organization, safety awareness, and professionalism
  • Use Procore and other construction technology tools to maintain organized, transparent workflows
  • Coordinate closeout deliverables and punch list completion to ensure an excellent final client experience


Qualifications

  • 2 years of experience in custom residential construction (high-end preferred)
  • Proven ability to lead job sites, manage schedules, and coordinate multiple trades
  • Strong communication skills with a professional, client-facing approach
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
  • Tech-savvy; Procore experience preferred
  • Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or related field preferred
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


Why Youll Love Working Here

  • Competitive hourly compensation with overtime paid at time-and-a-half
  • Annual year-end bonus (approx. $4,000)
  • Medical insurance fully paid for the employee after 60 days (approx. $1,100/month employer cost)
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Mileage reimbursement for all job-related travel beyond commuting
  • Company-provided iPhone and fully paid phone plan
  • Company-provided laptop
  • Supportive, collaborative culture centered on craftsmanship, trust, pride, and long-term relationships


Benefits: Dental insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance

Job Code: JPC-478


Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Salary : $95,000 - $140,000

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