Project Manager – Luxury Custom Residential Construction

AlphaHire

Project Manager for overseeing high-end custom residential construction projects from preconstruction to closeout. Collaborating with clients, architects, and subcontractors in a stable and growing company environment.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeSanta Rosa • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage luxury custom residential construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
Oversee project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, vendors, materials, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation
Coordinate closely with ownership, field teams, architects, designers, consultants, and clients to keep projects moving forward
Review plans, specifications, revisions, and project requirements for accuracy, constructability, and scope alignment
Maintain clear communication with clients and project stakeholders throughout each phase of construction
Proactively identify project risks, resolve issues, and support timely decision-making
Ensure projects are completed according to schedule, budget, quality standards, and client expectations
Support field teams by providing timely information, coordination, and problem-solving throughout construction
Maintain accurate project records, schedules, meeting notes, and communication updates
Represent the company professionally when working with high-end residential clients and project partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience managing luxury custom residential construction projects
Strong understanding of high-end residential construction, custom finishes, client expectations, and project sequencing
Experience managing projects in the $5M–$25M range preferred
Ability to manage long-duration projects, typically lasting 16–30 months
Strong client communication skills and ability to work with homeowners, architects, designers, subcontractors, and internal teams
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents
Strong organization, follow-through, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
Stable work history and long-term career mindset
Must be able to work primarily in the Santa Rosa area
Local candidates within approximately 45 minutes of Santa Rosa are strongly preferred
Not ideal for candidates seeking fully remote work or candidates with only commercial construction experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary, approximately $120,000–$170,000, depending on experience
Hybrid flexibility with approximately 4 days in office/field and 1 day remote
Opportunity to manage high-end custom residential projects rather than repetitive production housing
Long project timelines that allow true project ownership from start to finish
Direct exposure to company leadership
Small, collaborative team environment
Strong local project portfolio in the luxury residential market
Opportunity to join a growing company with additional high-end residential work being pursued

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project SchedulingBudget ManagementChange Order ManagementRFI ManagementConstruction DocumentationCustom Finishes KnowledgeProject SequencingRisk IdentificationQuality Standards ComplianceLong-Duration Project Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizationFollow-Through