Project Manager - Ground up
JOB_53411191178820Job type
PermanentLocation
San Jose , CAProfession
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
$140,000 - $160,000Closing date
3 Oct 2025
Project Manager required for a 375-unit luxury apartment build in San Jose, CA
Your new company
Our client, a premier National Developer Builder, is seeking an ambitious Project Manager to lead Phase II of a high-profile 375-unit, $150M wrap-style multifamily development in San Jose, CA. This is a landmark 3-phase master-planned community containing high-end luxury apartments. This role offers the opportunity to manage a complex, large-scale project from preconstruction through closeout, working alongside a seasoned development team and top-tier partners and a high-performing construction team.
Your new role
- Oversee all phases of construction for the 375-unit wrap project, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality targets are met
- Lead coordination between ownership, design teams, consultants, and subcontractors
- Manage project documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost tracking
- Drive site logistics planning, safety compliance, and risk mitigation strategies
- Conduct regular progress meetings and reporting to internal and external stakeholders
- Support procurement and contract negotiations in collaboration with preconstruction and legal teams
- Mentor and manage Project Engineers & APMs
What you'll need to succeed
- 8+ years of construction experience, with at least 3 years in a Project Manager role
- Proven success managing large multifamily, wrap-style developments or large Ground-up Commercial projects in the $50m+ range
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, building systems, and local permitting processes
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project)
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
What you'll get in return
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Excellent Performance-based bonus
- Vehicle allowance
- Comprehensive benefits package
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Talk to Lisa O'Neill, the specialist consultant managing this position
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