Senior Construction Manager

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Senior Construction Manager (Luxury Homes) for a residential construction client. This is a full-time, onsite role with projects throughout Fairfield County, Connecticut (including Oxford, Stamford, and surrounding areas). POSITION OVERVIEW: The Senior Construction Manager will lead high-end, ground-up residential and select light commercial construction projects within a vertically integrated, fast-moving organization. This role owns execution in the field and in the office - driving schedules, budgets, documentation, and subcontractor coordination while adapting quickly to evolving project direction. The ideal candidate thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, balances speed with structure, and brings deep expertise in luxury residential construction operations. PERKS: Highly competitive executive-level compensation with performance-based bonus potential Company vehicle, phone, computer, and dedicated office space provided Opportunity to lead $6M+ luxury residential builds with specialty finishes and imported materials Direct collaboration with ownership and influence over operational processes Long-term growth within a rapidly expanding, vertically integrated construction portfolio RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead ground-up luxury residential (primary focus) and select commercial construction projects from pre-construction through delivery Oversee bids, contracts, RFIs, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, inspections, and document control across multiple concurrent properties Maintain strong field presence (approximately 60-70% onsite), troubleshooting site challenges and driving daily execution Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, and trade partners to ensure alignment and quality standards Navigate local permitting and regulatory processes within high-end residential municipalities Adapt quickly to ownership-driven design pivots, material changes, and evolving project scope while maintaining momentum and organization QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive experience managing ground-up luxury residential construction projects, with exposure to light commercial builds Proven ability to balance fast-paced execution with strong documentation, contract management, and process oversight Strong knowledge of high-end materials, specialty finishes, and commercial-grade systems used in residential construction Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore or similar), Bluebeam, scheduling tools, and Excel Independent decision-maker with strong communication skills and comfort operating in an entrepreneurial, high-expectation environment COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Base salary range: $210,000 - $230,000 Performance-based bonus tied to project execution, timelines, and overall profitability Company vehicle, phone, computer, and office space provided HOW TO APPLY: For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here! ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM: Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.

Created: 2026-03-04