Dandelion
Residential Construction Project Manager
1w ago
110000 –130000 USD / yearUSAMiddleproject managementbudgetingschedulingresource allocationsafety compliancequality control
Manage large residential construction projects from pre-construction to completion, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality standards are met.
Responsibilities
- We are seeking a dynamic Construction Project Manager to oversee large residential developments, including single-family homes, townhomes, and low to mid-rise multi-family projects. The successful candidate will spearhead projects from pre-construction engineering through completion and quality assurance, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- We are seeking individuals who are not only proficient in project management but also possess a forward-thinking mindset and a passion for building and improving processes. Geothermal experience is a plus but not mandatory; however, construction management experience is essential.
- The role demands strong financial acumen, subcontractor management skills, and the ability to travel as needed. This is an opportunity to join a growing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our department. This position will report to the Director of Project Management.
- Lead pre-construction engineering efforts, including logistical planning, subcontracting, design work, and value engineering.
- Oversee project execution, including scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, safety compliance, and quality control/Assurance.
- Manage subcontractor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of services, adherence to project specifications, and nurturing a collaborative professional partnership.
- Drive project progress through effective communication, coordination, and conflict resolution.
- Utilize project management software to track project milestones, budgets, and documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and optimize project efficiency.
- Implement and maintain quality assurance measures to uphold project standards and meet client expectations.
- Actively participate in the development and enhancement of departmental tools, processes, and best practices.
- Contribute to the growth and development of the role by providing insights, feedback, and innovative solutions.
Requirements
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Passion for being on site and leading field crews, inspiring teams, and driving execution in the field.
Conditions
- Medical (including mental health), dental, vision, and pet insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Commuter benefits
- Generous paid sick leave, vacation, and parental leave
- Learning & development support, including on-the-job training and virtual courses
- Pet insurance
Other
- 📍 Location: Based in New York state with frequent on-site travel across the northeast.
- 👥 Team: Project Management
- 🧭 Reports to: Director of Project Management
- 💼 Type: Full-time (exempt)
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- 1-4 years experience in project management within the construction industry, preferably in residential developments.
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building codes, and industry regulations.
- Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. Procore and Salesforce experience is highly desirable.
- Willingness to travel as required for project site visits and meetings (~50% on-site, with occasional out-of-state flights)
- Dandelion Energy is transforming how homes are heated and cooled—starting from (below) the ground up. As the nation’s leading residential geothermal company, we design, install, and maintain all-in-one heating and cooling systems that are cleaner, quieter, more affordable, and up to 4× more efficient than traditional HVAC. Our focus is on large, enterprise deployments with major homebuilders, helping bring geothermal to more homes, faster.
- Backed by Google Ventures (GV) and other top tech investors, our end-to-end geothermal solution is challenging the status quo in residential heating and cooling. We’re scaling strategically and intentionally to meet growing demand. Our mission is simple and bold: to make geothermal the default choice for heating and cooling in the U.S.
- Dandelion Energy is at the forefront of the transition to clean, efficient home energy. Our team has delivered thousands of high-quality geothermal installations across the country, helped elevate geothermal heat pumps nationally, and played a meaningful role in advancing electrification-friendly policy at both the local and federal levels.
- We’re a multidisciplinary, mission-driven team spanning hardware engineering, HVAC, drilling, solar finance, behavioral economics, and startup operations. Together, we’re building something complex, impactful, and designed to scale … work that directly shapes how homes are powered for decades to come.
- At Dandelion, you’ll find a collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive culture where curiosity, ownership, and cross-functional teamwork are core to how we operate. Our nationwide team is united by a shared commitment to sustainability and a belief that clean, affordable heating and cooling should be the standard.
- We’re driving a wholesale shift in how homes are heated and cooled. Join us.