Seeking a Project Manager in the fire restoration industry to lead insurance-driven rebuild projects across Connecticut. This role oversees high-value residential fire and damage restoration projects, combining hands-on construction leadership with financial management in an insurance-regulated environment.
What You'll Do as the Project Manager:
- Manage residential restoration projects from initial scope through completion
- Oversee subcontractors, trades, schedules, and daily job site activity
- Track budgets and ensure projects stay aligned with approved estimates
- Work within insurance pricing structures to maintain profitability
- Use Xactimate to review estimates, costs, and change orders
- Communicate with homeowners and provide consistent project updates
- Coordinate materials, timelines, and project milestones
Must-Haves as the Project Manager:
- Experience managing residential construction or restoration projects
- Strong working knowledge of Xactimate
- Understanding of insurance-driven project pricing and limitations
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Nice-to-Haves as the Project Manager:
- Background in fire, water, or insurance restoration
- Experience working directly with adjusters or insurance carriers
- Field experience in carpentry or construction trades
- Established subcontractor relationships
Our Offers:
- Competitive salary: $120,000-150,000
- Company truck and gas provided
- Steady pipeline of high-value residential projects
- Direct access to ownership and fast decision-making
- Flexible, field-based work environment
- Significant growth opportunity as the company scales