Construction Project Manager - Restoration

Job Description

Job Description

Do you want variety in your job, where every day is different? Do you enjoy rolling up your sleeves to get things done? Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference in people’s lives?

If you said yes to the above, then we may have a great opportunity for you at Rainbow Restoration as a Repair Project Manager!

This is not your typical construction management role. At Rainbow Restoration, you are helping families and businesses rebuild after water, mold, fire, and storm losses. You are taking damaged properties and helping restore them back to pre-loss condition while guiding customers through some of the most stressful situations they may ever experience.

We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving problems, leading projects, working alongside teams in the field, and taking pride in delivering high-quality work. The ideal candidate is self-driven, organized, customer-focused, and motivated to make a lasting impact within our communities and organization.

Competitive Perks

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• 50% of Medical Insurance Costs Covered by Employer
• Company-Paid IICRC Certifications & Continuing Education (including renewals)
• Take-Home Company Vehicle
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Hands-On Leadership Role with Autonomy
• Supportive Team Environment

Position Summary

The Repair Project Manager is responsible for managing residential and commercial reconstruction and repair projects following water, mold, fire, and other property losses. This role oversees projects from initial scope through final completion while ensuring timelines, budgets, quality standards, and customer expectations are successfully met.

This is a highly hands-on role that combines project management, construction oversight, estimating, subcontractor coordination, customer communication, and field leadership.

The ideal candidate is comfortable both leading projects and stepping into the field to support demolition, repairs, installations, punch work, and quality control efforts when needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete residential and commercial repair projects on schedule and above industry standards
• Manage projects from initial walkthrough through final completion and customer satisfaction
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, staffing needs, and deliverables in coordination with leadership
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams
• Communicate project expectations, updates, and timelines clearly and professionally
• Manage multiple active projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Identify project dependencies, critical path items, and potential roadblocks proactively
• Schedule project milestones, inspections, subcontractors, and material deliveries
• Track project progress, timelines, budgets, and job profitability
• Proactively manage changes in project scope and develop solutions to maintain project success
• Write, review, and audit estimates to ensure accuracy and identify deficiencies
• Perform hands-on field work including demo, repairs, installations, punch work, and job site support when needed
• Hire, coordinate, and manage subcontractors while negotiating costs and ensuring budget alignment
• Conduct frequent job site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and safety compliance
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, building codes, and company standards
• Order materials and verify timely delivery to support project timelines
• Maintain accurate job documentation, reports, notes, and communication updates
• Provide timely updates regarding job progress, issues, and operational challenges to leadership
• Participate in on-call rotation and emergency response efforts as business demands require
• Perform additional duties and operational support as needed

Requirements & Skills

• Experience in construction, reconstruction, restoration, or disaster recovery industries preferred
• Xactimate and Time & Materials experience preferred
• Working knowledge of restoration estimating software preferred
• Project management and personnel leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of residential and commercial construction processes
• Ability to lead teams while also remaining hands-on in the field
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize shifting workloads and deadlines effectively
• Customer-focused mindset with strong relationship-building skills
• Positive attitude with strong leadership and accountability
• Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get dirty
• Valid Driver’s License with safe driving record
• Ability to pass a drug test and background screening
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Why Join Rainbow Restoration?

At Rainbow Restoration, we believe in investing in our employees and creating long-term career opportunities. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture where initiative, leadership, craftsmanship, and customer service are recognized and rewarded.

Every project is an opportunity to help someone rebuild and recover — and our team takes pride in making that happen every day.

Looking for a career working with the best? Join the Rainbow Family!

Rainbow Restoration provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rainbow Restoration complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. Rainbow Restoration expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.