Residential Construction Manager - Greater Boston - Up to $150k

Partner closely with the Project Manager, Director of Production, architects, designers, clients, and field teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum. With approximately 60 employees, the business has built a strong reputation for craftsmanship, collaborative project delivery, and long-term relationships with homeowners, architects, and designers.

We're partnering with an established luxury residential construction firm to hire an experienced Residential Construction Manager. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity overseeing sophisticated custom renovations, restorations, and residential projects from preconstruction through final completion.

Client Details

Our client is an established Massachusetts construction firm specializing in luxury custom homes, major renovations, historic restorations, and high-end residential improvements. With approximately 60 employees, the business has built a strong reputation for craftsmanship, collaborative project delivery, and long-term relationships with homeowners, architects, and designers.

Their portfolio includes highly customized and architecturally significant properties throughout Greater Boston, MetroWest, and Eastern Massachusetts. The company also has a strong focus on workplace culture and employee engagement, with multiple workplace recognitions over the years.

Description

Reporting to the Director of Production, the Residential Construction Manager will take ownership of field operations and act as the primary on-site representative for assigned projects.

You will:

• Manage high-end construction projects on site from mobilization through final completion and turnover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, production timelines, site logistics, material procurement, deliveries, and inventory.
• Supervise Lead Carpenters, Carpenters, subcontractors, and specialty trades, maintaining high standards for workmanship and professionalism.
• Partner closely with the Project Manager, Director of Production, architects, designers, clients, and field teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Monitor progress against schedule, budget, quality, and scope, identifying potential risks before they impact delivery.
• Lead weekly production meetings and provide clear project updates to internal teams and project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily logs, progress photos, RFIs, meeting notes, safety documentation, and other project records using Procore.
• Oversee jobsite safety, security, quality control, and compliance while maintaining an organized and professional site environment.

Profile

A successful 'Residential Construction Manager' should have:

• 5+ years of construction management experience, ideally overseeing projects through the full construction lifecycle.
• A strong background in luxury residential construction, high-end remodeling, renovations, or custom homes is preferred.
• Candidates from commercial or multifamily construction will also be considered where they have managed large, complex projects and can demonstrate transferable field leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors, trades, field teams, schedules, budgets, site logistics, and quality control.
• Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to work effectively with architects, designers, homeowners, and internal project teams.
• Working knowledge of Procore and construction documentation processes.
• A current Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (CSL) and RRP certification.
• Strong attention to detail and a track record of delivering exceptional workmanship in demanding construction environments.

Job Offer

• Base compensation up to $150,000, depending on experience
• 401(k)
• Profit-sharing program
• Company vehicle
• Opportunity to manage distinctive luxury residential projects across Greater Boston and MetroWest
• Collaborative environment with experienced construction, design, and project management professionals
• Long-term opportunity within an established builder known for high standards of craftsmanship and quality

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Requirements 5+ years of construction management experience, ideally overseeing projects through the full construction lifecycle. A strong background in luxury residential construction, high-end remodeling, renovations, or custom homes is preferred. Candidates from commercial or multifamily construction will also be considered where they have managed large, complex projects and can demonstrate transferable field leadership experience. Proven experience managing subcontractors, trades, field teams, schedules, budgets, site logistics, and quality control. Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to work effectively with architects, designers, homeowners, and internal project teams. Working knowledge of Procore and construction documentation processes. A current Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (CSL) and RRP certification. Strong attention to detail and a track record of delivering exceptional workmanship in demanding construction environments.