Construction Project Manager - Luxury Custom Homes

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Project Manager – Lead High-End Residential Builds for Diego Handcrafted Homes

Job Overview:

• Company: Diego Handcrafted Homes
• Salary/Pay Rate: $95,000 - $115,000 per year plus Project Completion Bonuses
• Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Luxury Custom Homes (Residential Design/Build)
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will take direct ownership of one-of-a-kind luxury residential builds from pre-construction to final walkthrough, bringing bespoke architectural designs to life. Working closely with the company owner, you will enjoy direct communication without corporate bureaucracy while driving the execution of high-end custom homes. This role offers the autonomy to lead top-tier projects and build a rewarding career with an established 25-year industry leader.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Oversee all daily field operations, trade partners, and schedules to deliver luxury custom homes on time and within budget.
• Drive pre-construction planning, material procurement, and sub-contractor scheduling to maintain seamless project continuity.
• Communicate directly with homeowners, architects, and internal leadership to ensure design visions are executed flawlessly.
• Inspect work in progress to enforce strict quality control standards and uncompromising craftsmanship across all trades.
• Resolve complex job site challenges and structural detail discrepancies proactively to protect project timelines.
• Monitor project budgets, approve change orders, and track pay-per-performance metrics to ensure profitable project execution.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Direct, hands-on experience managing custom home construction projects from initial groundbreaking to owner occupancy.
• Strong working knowledge of residential construction methods, building codes, and high-end material application.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate sub-contractors, manage project schedules, and maintain detailed job site logistics.
• Exceptional communication skills for managing client relations, architect collaborations, and trade partner expectations.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of related work experience in luxury residential custom home building.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proven track record of managing high-value, bespoke residential builds with minimal supervision.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $115,000 based on experience.
• Project completion bonuses and pay-per-performance incentives.
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off package, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Provided technology package, including a company smartphone or tablet.
• Complete safety equipment provided for all job site operations.

About Us

Diego Handcrafted Homes is an established luxury custom-home design/build firm based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For 25 years, we have built our reputation on distinctive homes, exceptional craftsmanship, and unwavering integrity. 

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Diego Handcrafted Homes 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.