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Project Manager, Construction

Jones & Jones Construction

Santa Barbara, CA • $130,000 to $140,000 / yr • 10/17/2026

Job Description

Job Description

The Project Manager will lead commercial building projects from pre-construction through final closeout. In this role, you will balance field execution with strong financial management, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

We are looking for a professional who approaches every project with a clear focus on value management, cost control, and margin protectionmaximizing financial outcomes while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and field personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Cost Management

  • Budget Ownership: Manage job-cost accounting, monthly financial forecasting, and budget alignment across all phases of the project.
  • Scope & Change Management: Track project changes proactively, ensuring scope adjustments are properly evaluated, priced, and approved to protect project margins.
  • Buyout & Procurement: Lead trade buyout processes, negotiating fair, competitive subcontracts and material procurement while upholding quality standards.
  • Billing & Cash Flow: Oversee the timely preparation and approval of Schedules of Values (SOV), owner billings, and subcontractor pay applications to maintain healthy project cash flow.

Project Execution & Technical Delivery

  • Manage day-to-day project operations using construction management tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam Revu).
  • Oversee key submittals, RFIs, product data sheets, and technical documentation.
  • Partner closely with project superintendents, design teams, engineers, and local building authorities to drive progress.
  • Maintain clear project schedules to ensure timely delivery and minimize general conditions expenses.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience: 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience
  • Financial Acumen: Proven track record of managing project budgets effectively and delivering consistent financial results.
  • Technical Software Proficiency: Experience with industry tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar PM software.
  • Contract Familiarity: Strong understanding of commercial contracts, AIA billing, subcontract administration, and risk management.
  • Communication & Negotiation: Excellent interpersonal skills with a balanced approach to subcontractor negotiations and client management.
\nCompany Description

As one of Southern California’s most trusted commercial general contractors, we’ve expanded our legacy from Los Angeles to Phoenix, Santa Barbara, San Diego, and Ojai. We combine time-tested expertise with innovative project management to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Company Description

As one of Southern California’s most trusted commercial general contractors, we’ve expanded our legacy from Los Angeles to Phoenix, Santa Barbara, San Diego, and Ojai. We combine time-tested expertise with innovative project management to deliver exceptional results for our clients.