Residential Construction Project Manager -- Custom Homes

About the role

We build custom homes on clients' land across Central Virginia. The Residential Construction Project Manager will manage field‑subcontracted labor, sequence trades, maintain a 180‑day schedule from kickoff to closing, control costs against an approved budget, uphold site standards, and maintain the homeowner relationship throughout the build. This position is based in Midlothian, Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Run jobs from the truck using Buildertrend; ensure the schedule in the system matches on‑site reality.
• Sequence subcontractors, manage multiple homes simultaneously, and solve field problems on site.
• Maintain a 180‑day schedule from kickoff to closing and keep projects on budget.
• Uphold high construction standards; identify and correct framing or detail issues quickly.
• Communicate proactively with homeowners, providing early notice of delays and keeping promises.
• Manage trade relationships so they are motivated, paid promptly, and eager to work on your sites.
• Keep the punch list short by ensuring quality throughout the build.
• Lead by example—fast, likable, decisive, and dependable.

Requirements

• 3–6 years experience managing custom or semi‑custom home builds.
• Proven ability to read and assess framing and construction details from the ground.
• Comfortable addressing conflict directly and delivering difficult feedback.
• Experience controlling project variance and staying within approved budgets.
• Proficiency with Buildertrend or similar construction‑management software.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to plan the day and drive the schedule without being told.
• Excellent communication skills with trades and homeowners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and keep them on a 180‑day timeline.

Pay

Base salary $100,000 – $135,000 depending on experience, plus a bonus on every home closed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Gas reimbursement
• Full technology suite
• Bonus on each home closed

Schedule

Full‑time, field‑based position.