Luxury Residential Construction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Luxury Residential Construction Manager – Lead High-End Remodeling Projects Across Chicago

Job Overview:

• Company: Arkwright Construction LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $85,000–$95,000 per year (based on experience)
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: High-end residential remodeling ($250K–$2M+)
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver’s license

The Opportunity:

You will take ownership of sophisticated residential remodeling projects from pre-construction through final closeout. Working directly with elite design teams and discerning homeowners, you will ensure unmatched craftsmanship and execution. This role offers an impactful opportunity to elevate luxury homes while advancing into strategic leadership positions.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Own and manage detailed project schedules within Buildertrend to achieve critical milestone dates.
• Coordinate and sequence subcontractors and internal carpenters to maintain elite standards of workmanship.
• Direct material deliveries to verify precision, quantity, and exceptional quality control across all jobsites.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners by delivering comprehensive weekly status updates.
• Uphold safe, organized, and OSHA-conscious jobsites by actively monitoring field staff and trade partners.
• Track job costs, approve field timecards, and proactively manage projects to hit gross profit goals.
• Lead final quality walkthroughs and punch list completions to guarantee absolute client satisfaction.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in residential remodeling or construction project management.
• Proven experience managing high-end residential remodeling projects valued between $250K and $2M+.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Buildertrend or comparable construction project management software.
• Expert ability to interpret architectural blueprints and complex interior design drawings.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to navigate various Chicago area jobsites.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience mentoring junior field staff, apprentices, or lead carpenters on active jobsites.
• Advanced knowledge of local Chicago building codes and complex structural sequencing.
• Strong proficiency utilizing AI note-taking devices and Google Workspace tools for field optimization.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary of $85,000–$95,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Monthly company contribution of $600 toward Arkwright health insurance plans.
• Annual tool or technology reimbursement of $500.
• Provided company phone, computer, and advanced AI note-taking device.
• Eligibility for quarterly performance bonuses based on company profitability.
• Generous paid time off including 40 hours of sick leave and 40 hours of vacation.

About Us:

Arkwright Construction LLC is a premier contractor specializing in luxury residential remodeling across the Chicagoland area. We cultivate a supportive environment that prioritizes strong professional relationships, work-life balance, and long-term career growth.

Arkwright Construction LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.