Project Manager – Residential Remodeling & Construction
Neil Kelly Company is seeking an experienced Residential Construction Project Manager to join our design/build remodeling team. We’re looking for someone who brings strong technical skill, genuine curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and coworkers. If you thrive in a setting where people support one another, take ownership, and communicate well, you’ll feel right at home here.
Founded in 1947 with a $100 investment and a commitment to quality, value, and client care, Neil Kelly has grown into a nationally recognized remodeling leader known for award-winning design, innovative building practices, and exceptional craftsmanship. We are a certified B Corporation and have been named one of Oregon’s 100 Best Green Workplaces. We offer a friendly, team-based environment, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits.
What Your Day Will Look Like
You’ll coordinate and manage high-end residential remodeling projects from start to finish. This includes scheduling, meeting with clients, supervising carpenters, working with trade partners, and collaborating closely with designers and other team members. You will handle estimating, job costing, quality control, and field/office coordination.
This role is ideal for someone who is organized, personable, tech-savvy, resourceful, and experienced in residential construction project management.
Regular travel between jobsites is required. Project Managers must have a good driving record, provide their own vehicle, and carry insurance.
Skills You Have
At least 2 years of project management experience in residential construction/remodeling
Bachelor’s degree preferred; however, education and/or experience in housing, construction, architectural design, cost estimating, specification writing, or permit procurement will be considered
Ability to lead complex construction projects and coordinate the work of others
Strong budgeting, estimating, and job-costing abilities
High-level customer service and communication skills, including client relationship building and conflict resolution
Proficiency with computers; Salesforce or similar CRM experience a plus
Effective time-management and prioritization skills
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team-oriented culture
Things We Can Teach You
Neil Kelly processes, systems, and project workflows
Daily support and guidance from a highly collaborative team of professionals
As a Project Manager at Neil Kelly, You Will
Serve as the production team lead, facilitating communication with designers, clients, trade contractors, and internal partners
Oversee and coach field personnel, including performance management and training
Coordinate on-site layout and readiness for trade contractors
Participate in team estimating and review project specifications and cost breakdowns
Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project
Monitor and manage project costs, budgets, and financial tracking
Approve trade invoices, material orders, and timesheets
Ensure completion of all inspections and closeout requirements
Maintain site and team safety standards, including quarterly safety inspections
Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program)
Flexible spending & health savings accounts
Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
Cell phone stipend
Long-term disability & life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
$400/month vehicle stipend
Optional benefits like Short-Term Disability, Legal, Pet Insurance, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Base salary is $5,000/month plus commission, with a training salary for the first 9 months as you ramp up. Commissions are earned during the training period and ongoing thereafter. Established Project Managers typically earn $90,000–$200,000+ annually, with the average exceeding $100,000 per year.
This role serves the Portland metro area and is not remote. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to Portland, OR, or be willing to relocate by their start date.
To view and apply for this position, please visit our career page:
https://www.neilkelly.com/careers/
Neil Kelly is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. To ensure the utmost safety and security for our clients and employees, we are a drug free workplace.
Final candidates will be submitted for a background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screen.
We kindly ask that external recruiters do not reach out regarding this role.
To learn more about Neil Kelly, please visit our website:
https://www.neilkelly.com/