Project Manager

Company: Ambassador Group
Location: Burlingame
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Dijeau Construction, Inc. Dijeau Construction is a high-end residential builder serving San Francisco and the Peninsula. With a reputation built on trust, transparency, and technical excellence, we specialize in complex remodels and ground-up custom homes ranging from 5 MM to 25 MM dollars. Our clients, often referred through long-standing relationships and Stanford Business School networks, rely on us as early-stage collaborators, often before architects are engaged. We offer a rare culture: deeply human, intensely professional, and grounded in craftsmanship and care. Field and office teams work shoulder-to-shoulder. Integrity is not a talking point here; it is our foundation. Role: Project Manager (Full-Time, Exempt) The Project Manager is the operational lead for high-end residential projects at Dijeau. You will own budget, schedule, and communication from preconstruction through closeout, working in close partnership with a Superintendent to deliver architecturally significant homes with clarity and precision. This role is central to Dijeau's next chapter of growth and continuity. As several long-tenured leaders approach retirement, we are looking for PMs who can uphold the firm's standards while growing into broader operational and leadership responsibility. Key Outcomes End-to-end project leadership - Projects are led from construction through closeout with clear ownership of budget, schedule, scope, and communication, including RFP support, budgeting, buyout, and contract/subcontract execution. Schedule as a reliable operating tool - Master schedules and look-aheads in Smartsheet provide a dependable roadmap for Superintendents, trades, and clients—integrating inspections, submittals, and long-lead items—and are proactively updated as conditions change. Financial clarity, labor control, and payroll accuracy - Project financials in ProContractor (budgets, cost codes, commitments, change orders, projections) are accurate, current, and easy to understand, enabling informed decisions and protecting margin. Timecards are reviewed and approved weekly in Dijeau's in-house time application, coded correctly against the control estimate, and submitted on time so payroll, labor-cost tracking, and cost reporting remain reliable. Design coordination without surprises - RFIs, submittals, and change events are driven through Procore in a disciplined way, so design questions and product approvals are resolved before they impact schedule or budget, and contingency and fee are tightly managed. Aligned teams and smooth coordination - Field teams, trade partners, and design consultants are aligned and informed through structured communication; issues are surfaced early, framed with options, and resolved collaboratively rather than in crisis mode. Decisive, well-run meetings - Weekly OAC and internal project meetings are led by the PM with concise agendas, clear documentation, and tracked action items, resulting in real decisions, accountability, and forward momentum. Strong cash flow and trusted relationships - Subcontractor pay applications and client invoices are timely, accurate, and well-supported with documentation, maintaining healthy cash flow and strong relationships with both trades and owners. Organized, professional jobsites and accurate material flow - In partnership with the Superintendent, jobsites consistently reflect high standards of organization, safety, and professionalism. Material orders are received and checked against packing slips, Purchase Orders, and material schedules, so field teams have what they need when they need it, with minimal errors, returns, or surprises. Accurate, current project information - Drawing sets, logs, and project documentation are kept current and organized in Procore and related systems, ensuring the team is always working from the latest information and reducing rework. Clean, complete closeout and owner-ready house manuals - Closeout plans are established early and followed through, resulting in complete punchlists, warranty documentation, manuals, as-builts, and a clear, well-organized house manual for clients, including operating and maintenance information, that enables a clean and confident handoff to owners and service teams. Continuity with preconstruction assumptions - Preconstruction budgets, scopes, and key assumptions are tracked throughout execution; variances are identified early, explained clearly, and documented and approved before becoming surprises. Qualifications 10 years of project management experience in construction; high-end residential experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated success managing custom homes or complex residential remodels in the Bay Area, ideally in the $1–25 MM range. Strong budgeting and cost control capability, including cost coding, forecasting, and change order management. Proven schedule management skills: critical path thinking, sequencing, and long-lead item tracking. Solid understanding of building assemblies, trades, sequencing, and permitting/inspection processes. Client-facing experience presenting pricing, scope options, and schedule impacts in a clear, trustworthy way. Ability to read and interpret architectural and consultant drawings and specifications. Clean driving record required. Daily working proficiency with: Procore (RFIs, submittals, drawings, logs, photos, meetings, punch lists) ProContractor (subcontracts, POs, change orders, budgets, financial reports) Smartsheet (project schedules and look-aheads) Microsoft Office / Teams or equivalent productivity tools Labor/timecard platforms, with attention to accurate coding and timely approvals Credentials Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience. PMP or similar professional certification is a plus but not required. OSHA 30 or willingness to obtain is preferred. Soft Skills (Equally Important) Clear, calm communication with strong client presence; ability to translate complexity into straightforward options. High organization with excellent follow-through and time management; reliability to close loops. Decisive problem-solving that surfaces issues early and frames tradeoffs, rather than waiting for crises. Collaborative leadership style — low ego, high accountability; thrives in close partnership with Superintendents and peers. Comfort operating with autonomy in a founder-led environment; good judgment on when to escalate. Integrity, transparency, and long-term relationship building; steadiness under pressure on demanding projects and with discerning clients. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $150,000–$165,000 DOE Bonus: tenure-based and discretionary, tied to company and individual performance Insurance: Medical, dental, life, AD&D, and LTD insurance with high employer contribution Retirement: 401(k) / ROTH IRA with company match (up to plan limits) PTO: vacation, sick time, and approximately 10 paid holidays annually Perks: occasional Giants/49ers tickets, company events, and professional development support Core Values This role is best suited for someone who excels in at least the following DCI values: Integrity: You do what is right, even when it is inconvenient, and you build trust through transparency and follow-through. Collaboration: You believe the best field outcomes come from shared problem-solving and respect across roles. Professional Development: You seek growth for yourself and those you lead, and you invest in developing field talent. Work-Life Balance: You model sustainable performance and grounded leadership, especially under jobsite pressure. Ideal Profile Seasoned PM with a track record on complex, detail-heavy custom homes and estates. Respected by Superintendents and architects alike; thrives on direct, honest communication. Comfortable managing multiple active projects and/or multi-structure estates, including constrained or occupied sites. Financially disciplined and schedule-driven, with a meticulous eye for detail and documentation. Operates as a “builder in the office”: deeply engaged with field realities, not just paper. Motivated by craftsmanship, continuity, and long-term client relationships; interested in growing into senior operational leadership over time.

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