Construction Project Manager

Company Overview

Enhaus Design Build is a high‑end residential design‑build firm specializing in custom homes, ADUs, major renovations, and complex residential projects throughout Los Angeles. We operate with a strong emphasis on execution, accountability, and systems, demanding disciplined project management, technical competence, cost awareness, and strong client communication.

Role Overview

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the end‑to‑end execution, scheduling, and cost awareness of multiple residential construction projects—from pre‑construction handoff through close‑out. This role requires strong field presence, the ability to read and analyze plans, perform takeoffs and estimates, build and manage construction schedules, and communicate confidently with clients. You will typically manage 3–5 active projects simultaneously, coordinating subcontractors, internal teams, and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to Enhaus standards.

This is a full‑time, in‑person role requiring frequent travel between job sites.

Key Responsibilities Project Execution & Oversight

• Manage daily construction operations across assigned projects
• Translate construction documents, scopes, estimates, and schedules into executable field plans
• Maintain alignment between scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle

Scheduling & Planning

• Build detailed construction schedules from project start through completion
• Develop baseline schedules and weekly look‑ahead plans
• Actively manage sequencing, dependencies, and critical path activities
• Identify schedule risks early and implement recovery plans
• Read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP plans
• Perform quantity takeoffs using construction takeoff software (Plan Swift, Bluebeam, Stack, or similar)
• Assist with project estimating, scope validation, and budget reconciliation
• Review and price change orders for accuracy and constructability
• Identify cost risks and communicate impacts clearly

Subcontractor & Field Management

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors
• Conduct regular jobsite walks to verify progress, quality, and safety compliance
• Enforce Enhaus standards for workmanship, cleanliness, and professionalism

Reporting, Systems & Documentation

• Maintain schedules, daily logs, photos, and progress reports
• Track progress against baseline schedules and escape risks early
• Utilize project management systems to document and manage project activity

Client Communication & Experience

• Serve as a primary client contact during construction
• Communicate schedule status, budget impacts, and next steps clearly and professionally
  
  Manage client expectations while protecting scope, schedule, and budget

Quality Control & Close‑Out

• Perform quality checks at key milestones
• Manage punch lists and final corrections
• Ensure all close‑out documentation is completed

Required Skills & Attributes

• Able to travel between multiple project sites
• Highly detail‑oriented with strong execution discipline
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent task management, prioritization, and follow‑through
• Demonstrated responsibility and reliability
• Organized, process‑driven, and enjoys documentation and structure
• Team‑focused with a collaborative mindset
• Proactive and willing to share opinions, flag risks, and raise issues early
• Comfortable tackling new problems in a fast‑paced construction environment
• Creative, solution‑oriented thinker with strong critical‑thinking skills

Technical & Core Competencies

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans
• Experience building and managing construction schedules
• Proficient in construction takeoff systems (Plan Swift, Bluebeam, Stack, or similar)
• Familiarity with Buildertrend is a plus
• Working knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar)

Client & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong customer‑facing skills with professionalism and confidence
• Comfortable interacting directly with homeowners, designers, inspectors, and consultants
• Able to explain technical, schedule, and cost‑related issues in clear language

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

• Experience in a design‑build environment
• Familiarity with Los Angeles permitting and inspection processes
• Background managing high‑end residential projects
• Clear leadership and accountability structure
• High‑quality projects and clients
• Strong systems and operational discipline
• Long‑term growth path within the company

Additional Information

Employment type:

Full‑time

Seniority level:
Entry level

Job functions:

Project Management and Information Technology;
Industries:
Construction

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