Residential Construction Project Manager - Salt Lake City, UT

The Residential Construction Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of single-family, multi-family, or townhome projects on time, within budget, and to Wasatch Construction Partners' quality standards. This role serves as the primary point of accountability for a project's schedule, budget, subcontractor coordination, and client communication, working closely with superintendents, estimators, and company leadership to keep projects on track from permitting through final walkthrough.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Review plans, specifications, and contracts to develop a detailed understanding of project scope prior to mobilization.
• Partner with estimating to validate budgets, scopes of work, and buyout packages for each trade.
• Develop and maintain the master project schedule, identifying critical path items and long-lead materials.
• Support permitting, entitlement follow-up, and coordination with municipal building departments and inspectors.

Budget & Cost Control

• Own the project budget, including subcontractor buyout, change orders, and monthly cost-to-complete forecasting.
• Review and approve subcontractor pay applications, material invoices, and lien waivers in coordination with accounting.
• Identify budget variances early and drive corrective action to protect project margin.
• Prepare and negotiate change orders with clients, owners, or investors as scope changes arise.

Subcontractor & Field Coordination

• Solicit bids, negotiate contracts, and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with the on-site superintendent(s) to sequence trades, resolve field conflicts, and maintain schedule velocity.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety compliance, and adherence to plans and specifications.
• Hold weekly OAC (owner-architect-contractor) or subcontractor coordination meetings and distribute meeting minutes.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce jobsite safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local codes.
• Manage the punch list, warranty, and closeout process to ensure a smooth homeowner or ownership handoff.
• Coordinate third-party inspections, energy code compliance, and other required municipal or lender inspections.

Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, developers, architects, and lenders throughout construction.
• Provide regular progress reporting to company leadership, including schedule updates, budget status, and risk flags.
• Manage client expectations proactively, addressing concerns and change requests in a timely, professional manner.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience in residential construction (single-family, townhome, or multi-family).
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets of $1M+ and full project lifecycles from pre-construction to closeout.
• Working knowledge of residential building codes, permitting processes, and construction contracts.
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project, or similar).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and project cost-tracking tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders under deadline pressure.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to multiple active jobsites.

Qualifications Preferred

• Experience with production and semi-custom homebuilding in the Utah / Wasatch Front market.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Prior experience managing subcontractor buyout and negotiating trade contracts directly.
• Familiarity with local municipal permitting and inspection processes across Salt Lake, Utah, and Davis counties.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Regular travel between active jobsites and the office; some projects may require regional travel.
• Ability to walk active construction sites, including uneven terrain, and to climb ladders or stairs as needed.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) on all jobsite visits.
• Primarily a combination of office and field work; occasional early morning, evening, or weekend availability during critical project milestones.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and will be discussed during the interview process. Wasatch Construction Partners offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, vehicle/mileage allowance, and performance-based bonus opportunities tied to project delivery and profitability.

About Wasatch Construction Partners

Wasatch Construction Partners builds high-quality residential communities and custom homes across the Wasatch Front. We are known for disciplined scheduling, tight cost control, and a jobsite culture that holds trade partners and staff to a high standard of craftsmanship and accountability. As we grow our residential pipeline, we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through closeout.