Junior Project Manager, Residential Restoration

Job Description

Job Description

The Junior Project Manager runs residential repair and restoration jobs day to day under a Senior Project Manager. You will review Xactimate scopes and estimates, turn approved scopes into scheduled work, manage contractors in the field, and keep homeowners, adjusters and the office informed from first walkthrough to final invoice.

This is a growth role for someone with 5+ years in residential repairs who is ready to carry their own jobs and build toward a full Project Manager role.

• Reports to: Senior Project Manager / Operations Director
• Type: Full-time, field and office
• Location: Georgia
• Compensation: $60,000 to $70,000 base, based on experience

What You’ll Do

Scopes and Estimates

• Review Xactimate scopes and estimates against site conditions; flag missing line items, quantities and code upgrades
• Prepare supplements with photos, measurements and notes for adjuster approval
• Convert approved scopes into job budgets, material lists and contractor work orders

Schedules and Field Management

• Build and manage job schedules, sequencing demo, mitigation hand-off, rough-in, drywall, finishes and punch
• Visit active sites regularly to check progress, quality and safety
• Coordinate permits and inspections with local building departments

Contractors and Vendors

• Bid, schedule and supervise trade contractors (drywall, flooring, cabinetry, paint, plumbing, electrical, roofing)
• Verify contractor insurance and licensing before work starts
• Approve contractor invoices against completed scope

Homeowner and Carrier Communication

• Serve as the daily point of contact for homeowners on assigned jobs
• Give adjusters and carriers clear status updates, change orders and documentation
• Address concerns early and escalate to the Senior PM when needed

Closeout and Documentation

• Keep job files, photos and daily logs current in [job management software]
• Run final walkthroughs, complete punch lists and collect certificates of satisfaction
• Support invoicing, collections follow-up and job cost review

What You Bring

• 5+ years in residential repairs, remodeling or insurance restoration (field lead, superintendent, estimator or assistant PM)
• Xactimate familiarity: able to read, review and check scopes and estimates, and write basic supplements
• Solid understanding of residential construction sequencing and trades
• Track record managing contractors and holding them to schedule and quality
• Clear, professional communication with homeowners and insurance adjusters
• Comfortable with job management software, email and mobile photo documentation
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and a clean driving record
• Able to walk job sites, climb ladders and work in occupied or damaged homes

Nice to Have

• Xactimate Level 1 or Level 2 certification
• IICRC certifications (WRT, ASD or AMRT) or familiarity with water and mold mitigation standards
• EPA RRP Lead-Safe certification
• OSHA 10 or 30
• Experience with carrier programs and TPA requirements
• Bilingual English/Spanish