Senior Residential Construction Project Manager & Estimator

At Contemporary Tiny Homes, we design, sell, and build high-quality, custom Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that help people live more intentionally, affordably, and sustainably. We're on a mission to make beautifully crafted, space-efficient homes accessible to homeowners across Connecticut—and we're looking for a seasoned professional to lead the way.

As a Senior Residential Construction Project Manager & Estimator, you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing our construction operations from permitting to completion. This is a senior leadership position requiring extensive hands-on construction experience, strategic thinking, expert-level organization and project management skills, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

✅ Lead Construction Project Execution

• Coordinate all phases of the construction process—scheduling subcontractors, managing deliveries of construction materials, engaging inspectors and surveyors, and ensuring quality at every stage.
• Proactively identify and remove roadblocks to maintain on-time, on-budget project delivery.

✅ Manage & Own Building Permit Submissions

• Take full responsibility for building permit applications, managing submissions, follow-ups, and communications with local authorities to avoid delays.

✅ Lead Procurement & Subcontractor Relations

• Source and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and quality workmanship.
• Ensure all subcontractors are licensed, insured, and have executed required agreements.

✅ Lead Job Estimation & Proposal Generation

• Engage with our senior architect and our sales team to estimate job costs and manage the creation of customer proposals, balancing price competitiveness and company profitability. 

✅ Own & Optimize Project Management Software

• Take full ownership of our project management software (e.g., Asana)—creating workflows, automation, project templates, timelines, Gantt charts, and task assignments that drive transparency and accountability.
• Continuously optimize digital workflows to support scalable operations.
• Hold all parties accountable to defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, and timelines.

✅ Financial & Contract Oversight

• Ensure customers and subcontractors have signed the appropriate agreements and authorizations.
• Support financial tasks including invoicing, collecting receipts, and reconciling accounts payable and receivable.

✅ Cross-functional Leadership

• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, customer engagement, and leadership to ensure smooth handoffs and a seamless customer experience.
• Lead internal coordination meetings and act as the operational point of contact for assigned builds.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

✔ Extensive U.S. Residential Construction Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in residential construction, part of it for projects within the United States, ideally across multiple construction firms.
• In-depth knowledge of American residential building methods, codes, and best practices.

✔ Project & People Leadership

• Strong project leadership skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• People management experience is highly preferred.

✔ Permitting & Procurement Expertise

• Demonstrated experience managing building permit applications and interacting with municipalities.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts with subcontractors and vendors.

✔ Process-Oriented & Tech-Savvy

• Expert-level proficiency in project management tools, especially Asana (or similar platforms).
• Ability to build, manage, and optimize task flows, templates, and dependencies.

✔ Exceptional Communication Skills

• Clear, structured, and transparent verbal and written communication.
• Professional and confident when working with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

✔ Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP certification or similar is a big plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

💼 Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and performance.
• Paid time off (vacation) and profit-sharing opportunities.

🚀 Leadership Role in a Growing Company

• Be a key player in scaling our operations and shaping our construction strategy.
• Opportunity to lead, innovate, and leave your mark on a mission-driven company.

🏡 Meaningful Work

• Help build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that make a real difference in people's lives.
• Work in a culture that values integrity, transparency, and excellence.

JOIN US!

If you're a senior construction professional with a proven track record of success and a passion for excellence, we’d love to talk.

📩 Apply today to become part of a team that’s reimagining the future of homebuilding.