Project Manager - High End Residential - Southern Maine

Portland, Maine Permanent USD100,000 - USD115,000 per year View Job Description
I'm working with a well-established, high-end residential builder in Southern Maine to identify a Project Manager who can step in as a true plug-and-play leader. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience running custom residential projects independently from kickoff through closeout.
  • Stable, family-owned luxury builder with 40+ years of success
  • Run projects start-to-finish with real autonomy

About Our Client

My client is a family-owned and operated luxury custom home builder that has been active in the Maine market for over 40 years. The firm employs approximately 20 people and has experienced steady growth of 10-15% annually over the past decade under second-generation leadership.

They are known for their deep relationships with top-tier subcontractors and craftsmen, delivering high-end custom homes and additions throughout Southern Maine, with projects typically ranging from $1.2M to $7M. Due to continued growth, they are adding a capable Project Manager to their team.

Job Description

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing high-end residential construction projects from start to finish, including:

  • Managing projects from preconstruction through final turnover
  • Owning budgets, schedules, contracts, and cost controls
  • Coordinating architects, designers, subcontractors, and field teams
  • Leading all client communication and acting as the primary point of contact
  • Reviewing drawings, scopes, change orders, and submittals
  • Ensuring quality, schedule, and financial performance across multiple projects
  • Working closely with senior leadership to support continued growth

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Project Manager - High End Residential should have:

  • 3-5 years of experience as a Project Manager with a residential or custom home builder
  • Proven ability to run projects independently from start to finish
  • High-end residential construction experience required
  • New construction experience strongly preferred
  • Background with respected residential builders (similar to Thomas & Lord, Wright-Ryan, Knickerbocker, Woodhull, or comparable firms)
  • Ability to commute to the office in Southern Maine (projects primarily south of Portland)
  • Open to candidates relocating to the area

What's on Offer

  • Base salary up to $115,000, depending on experience
  • Opportunity to manage marquee custom homes and additions
  • Long-term stability with a growing, well-respected builder
  • Collaborative, tight-knit team environment
  • Strong subcontractor relationships and well-run projects
Contact
Savannah Sullivan
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7011243

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Portland
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Savannah Sullivan
Job Reference
JN-052026-7011243