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Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer

  2025-12-26     Orion Placement     Santa Barbara,CA  
Description:

Pay: $73,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Work on luxury, architecturally significant custom homes in one of California's most beautiful regions.
  • Gain hands-on exposure to high-end residential construction and grow into higher-level roles with regular performance-based pay increases.
  • Join a boutique, tight-knit team known for craftsmanship, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.
  • Enjoy competitive hourly pay with overtime at time-and-a-half, annual bonuses, and strong employer-paid benefits.
  • Contribute to detailed, design-forward projects that stand out in the Santa Barbara custom home market.

Location

This is a full-time, on-site position in Santa Barbara, CA, offering daily engagement with project teams, clients, and high-end job sites.

Note

Must have at least 2 years of experience in residential construction (luxury or custom preferred) and strong communication and organizational skills.

About Our Client

Our client is a boutique general contractor specializing in architecturally distinctive, high-end custom residences throughout Santa Barbara. For over 30 years, they've built a reputation for craftsmanship, precision, and exceptional service while partnering with top architects and designers.

Job Description

  • Support the Project Manager through all phases of high-end custom home construction.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and consultants to maintain daily progress.
  • Manage detailed project documentation including RFIs, submittals, schedules, and change orders.
  • Use Procore and other construction technology tools to maintain organized, transparent project workflows.
  • Perform site visits, track progress, and assist in translating architectural design into execution.
  • Uphold high standards of professionalism, craftsmanship, accuracy, and client service.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in custom residential construction.
  • Strong technology skills; Procore experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication, detail orientation, and follow-through.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or related field preferred.
  • Ability to problem-solve and work proactively in a detail-driven environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Competitive hourly compensation with overtime paid at time-and-a-half.
  • Annual year-end bonus (approx. $4,000).
  • Medical insurance fully paid for the employee after 60 days (approx. $1,100/month employer cost).
  • 401(k) with 4% company match.
  • Mileage reimbursement for all job-related travel beyond commuting.
  • Company-provided iPhone and fully paid phone plan.
  • Company-provided laptop.
  • A supportive, collaborative culture centered on craftsmanship, trust, pride, and long-term relationships.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


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