Construction Project & Budget Manager

Role: Construction Project & Budget ManagerLocation: Crystal Bay, NVPosition Type: Full-Time (Project Duration) or ContractSchedule: On-site with regular site presence requiredReports To: Estate Manager / PrincipalsSalary: $95,000 - $150,000 annually (commensurate with experience and project scope)Job OverviewA private estate in Crystal Bay, NV is seeking an experienced Construction Project & Budget Manager to oversee the financial, operational, and reporting aspects of a high-end residential construction project from pre-construction through final closeout.This role acts as the owners' representative, serving as the principals' "eyes and ears" on the ground. The ideal candidate has a strong construction background with a specialization in budget management, cost control, and executive-level reporting, ensuring the project remains on budget, on schedule, and aligned with the highest quality standards.Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and manage the master project budget, tracking committed costs, forecasts, and variances.Review and audit contractor and vendor invoices for accuracy, percentage of completion, and contractual compliance.Analyze and vet all Change Order Requests, confirming scope validity and fair market pricing before presenting to the principals.Proactively identify potential budget overruns, providing value-engineering options and mitigation strategies.Prepare and deliver a Weekly Executive Progress Report, including:High-level executive summary of weekly activityUpdated budget tracker (actuals vs. forecast)Site photos and video documentationSchedule variance analysis (planned vs. actual)Identification of critical "red flag" issues requiring immediate owner inputMonitor the General Contractor's critical path schedule, tracking milestones and addressing delays.Maintain a consistent on-site presence to verify work aligns with approved drawings and specifications.Assist with vendor bidding and selection, specialty contractor coordination, and material sourcing.Act as a liaison between the principals, architect, engineers, and General Contractor.Conduct routine quality control walkthroughs to identify deficiencies early and minimize punch-list items at closeout.QualificationsExperience: 5-7+ years in Construction Management, Project Management, or Construction Accounting; high-end residential experience strongly preferred.Local Knowledge: Familiarity with building in the Lake Tahoe / Crystal Bay basin, including TRPA regulations, seasonal limitations, and local logistics, is highly desirable.Financial Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Smartsheet, Procore, or similar project budgeting and tracking munication Skills: Ability to translate complex construction details into clear, concise updates for non-construction principals.Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Finance, Civil Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.Ideal Candidate ProfileHighly detail-oriented with strong financial disciplineComfortable working directly with high-net-worth principalsProactive problem-solver with strong judgment and discretionOrganized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple moving partsCompensationSalary range of $95,000 - $150,000 annually (Dependent on experience and project scope).For more information please contact :

Created: 2026-02-02