Renovation & Construction Manager

Renovation & Construction Manager

Location: Greater Portland, Maine Area
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Industry: Residential Construction & Outdoor Living

About the Opportunity

A growing residential construction and outdoor living services company is seeking an experienced, hands-on Renovation & Construction Manager to oversee renovation and new construction projects throughout the Greater Portland, Maine area.

This position will manage the full project lifecycle, from permitting, planning, and scheduling through field execution, quality control, and final customer handoff. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of field leadership, construction project management, and operational oversight to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high standards of workmanship.

With Maine's limited seasonal construction window, this role requires a proactive leader who can effectively coordinate multiple projects, anticipate scheduling challenges, and maintain consistent project momentum.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Renovation Operations

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Oversee day-to-day renovation and new construction activities, including residential outdoor improvements, structural renovations, and specialty construction projects.

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Manage project schedules, budgets, labor resources, and execution from start to finish.

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Plan and sequence projects around seasonal weather conditions and construction timelines.

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Coordinate field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries.

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Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and permits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

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Identify and resolve scheduling delays, scope changes, and operational challenges.

Team Leadership & Field Management

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Lead and support construction crews, foremen, and subcontractors across multiple active job sites.

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Conduct regular site visits, inspections, and project progress meetings.

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Provide direction, coaching, and accountability to field personnel.

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Manage workforce planning, crew scheduling, and seasonal labor allocation.

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Promote a strong culture of safety, professionalism, and quality workmanship.

Project Administration & Financial Oversight

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Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

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Oversee project documentation, including contracts, permits, invoices, change orders, and progress reports.

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Coordinate municipal permitting and inspections.

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Maintain accurate project records within project management and business systems.

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Track job costs, labor utilization, project budgets, and profitability.

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Review and approve change orders and monitor project financial performance.

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Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs.

Safety, Quality & Operational Improvement

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Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, building codes, and applicable regulations.

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Conduct quality inspections throughout construction and renovation projects.

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Address customer concerns and resolve project-related issues.

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Collaborate with estimating, sales, operations, and service teams to ensure smooth project transitions.

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Support improvements in construction processes, reporting, and operational consistency.

Qualifications

Required

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5+ years of experience in construction, renovation, or project management.

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Strong understanding of construction operations, scheduling, budgeting, and job costing.

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Experience supervising field crews, subcontractors, and multiple concurrent projects.

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Ability to interpret construction drawings, contracts, and technical specifications.

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Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

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Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, seasonal construction environment.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction project management software.

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Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites throughout the Greater Portland area.

Preferred

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Background in residential construction, outdoor living projects, excavation, or hardscaping.

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Experience managing construction projects in northern climates with seasonal scheduling constraints.

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Familiarity with Maine permitting processes, inspections, and local building codes.

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OSHA certification or related construction safety training.

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Experience with Procore, Buildertrend, NetSuite, or similar systems.

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PMP, CAPM, or comparable project management certification.

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Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Compensation & Benefits

The company offers a competitive compensation package based on experience, along with:

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Medical, dental, and vision insurance

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Employer-matched 401(k)

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9 paid holidays

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Paid vacation and sick time

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Employer-paid life insurance

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Optional supplemental life insurance coverage

Apply Today

If you're an experienced construction professional who enjoys leading field teams, managing multiple projects, and delivering high-quality results, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity in the Greater Portland, Maine area.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.