Construction Project Manager

We are seeking a Construction Project Manager (PM) to manage multiple ADU and residential remodeling projects from contract handoff through completion.

This role requires strong multitasking, solid field judgment, and excellent coordination skills. The PM acts as a liaison between the Operations Manager, construction crews, subcontractors, and the Accounting Department, ensuring projects progress on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with California building codes.

DOTZ uses Buildertrend as its project management ERP system. Familiarity with Buildertrend is a strong plus.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Management & Field Coordination

• Manage multiple ADU and residential remodeling projects simultaneously
• Coordinate daily activities between:
• Operations Manager
• Construction crews and subcontractors
• Maintain jobsite presence as required to ensure quality, progress, and safety
• Proactively resolve field issues to avoid delays

Schedule & Multitasking

• Create and maintain project schedules
• Track milestones and trade sequencing
• Adjust schedules dynamically based on inspections, material availability, and site conditions
• Demonstrate strong multitasking and prioritization skills across active projects

Plans, Codes & Compliance

• Read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and Title 24 plans
• Ensure construction complies with:
• California Residential Code (CRC)
• California Building Code (CBC)
• Local city amendments
• Coordinate city inspections and address correction notices

Subcontractor & Trade Coordination

• Coordinate framing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, drywall, roofing, and finish trades
• Ensure subcontractors perform work per approved plans and scope
• Review workmanship and sequencing between trades

Accounting & Financial Coordination (AP / AR)

• Act as the primary project liaison with the Accounting Department
• Coordinate for:
• Subcontractor invoices and approvals (AP)
• Client progress billing and change orders (AR)
• Ensure receipts, invoices, and supporting documentation are submitted timely
• Assist in resolving billing discrepancies

Client Communication

• Provide regular project updates
• Manage expectations professionally regarding schedule, scope, and progress

Required Qualifications

• 3–5+ years experience managing ADU and residential remodeling projects
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Fluent in reading and interpreting construction plans
• Solid understanding of California residential building codes
• Experience coordinating multiple construction trades
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Buildertrend (strong plus)
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred
• Active California General Contractor (GC) license or engineering background (plus)

Equal Opportunity

DOTZ Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75, $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Fuel card
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• How do you verify that shear walls, hold-downs, and nailing patterns are installed correctly in the field?
• What is the minimum ceiling height for habitable spaces in residential construction?
• When is fire separation required between an ADU and the main dwelling?
• What is the minimum egress window requirement for a bedroom?
• List the typical inspection sequence for a ground-up ADU project.
• How do you handle an inspection correction that appears to conflict with the approved plans?
• When is a HERS test required, and who typically performs it?
• When is a ductless mini-split system appropriate versus a ducted system?
• What should be the size of the end of the line cleanout?
• What conditions commonly trigger a main panel upgrade for an ADU?
• A subcontractor submits an invoice, but the work is only partially complete. How do you coordinate this with accounting?
• The client requests a scope change mid-construction. What steps do you take before approving any work?
• Explain how you determine from the plans whether a wall is load-bearing or non-load- licenses ?

Experience:

• Construction: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person