Senior Construction Project Manager - Central California

About the role

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals, or resumes from external recruiters or staffing agencies.

Location: Candidate must be located in the San Luis Obispo, CA area.

Background Check Requirement

• As part of our hiring process, Frontline Wildfire Defense conducts comprehensive background checks for all new hires.
• These checks typically cover the past 7-10 years and may include employment and education verification.
• For roles that require work in the field, driving record verification is also required.
• Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these background checks.

About This Opportunity

As a Construction Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end installation of Frontline Wildfire Defense Systems. Your role will be crucial in ensuring high-quality execution, staying within budget and timelines, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. This is a high-impact position with leadership potential as we continue to scale.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Lead and oversee all system installations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Develop efficient processes for supply chain, inventory management, job costing, and system installation.
• Oversee material procurement and tracking, ensuring timely deliveries and proper inventory management.
• Work closely with inspectors, local building officials, and fire departments to ensure compliance with regulations.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for homeowners, contractors, architects, and builders, ensuring smooth communication and expectation management.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers throughout the installation and maintenance process.
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams, participating in site visits, customer consultations, and project scoping.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, train, and manage installation team members, including foremen, subcontractors, and third-party installation partners.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture, ensuring seamless collaboration between field and office teams.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to continuously improve team expertise and efficiency.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Work closely with engineers and product teams to improve system design, installation processes, and performance.
• Help develop technical documentation and training materials to support internal teams and customers.
• Implement best practices in project tracking, reporting, and financial forecasting.

Administrative & Support Tasks

• Oversee site audits, design engineering processes, and permitting.
• Provide operations and maintenance support to existing customers.
• Assist in vehicle maintenance management, backflow testing, T&M agreements, and ensuring compliance with tax exemptions when placing orders.

Must-Have

• 5+ years of experience in construction project management, preferably in residential or fire protection systems.
• Strong understanding of residential construction, permitting, and fire safety regulations.
• Experience managing contractors, architects, and local inspectors.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work within tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a customer-first approach.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Slides, Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar, Drive) and Slack.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel to job sites
• Ability to work remotely and travel across California, including occasional nights and weekends.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience working with fire protection systems or wildfire defense solutions.
• Familiarity with construction financials, forecasting, and project costing.
• Knowledge of lean construction methodologies to optimize project efficiency.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $120,000 - $160,000 DOE
• Company-provided cell phone and laptop
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible time off + 14 paid holidays (yes, your birthday is one of them!)
• Work-from-home stipend to support your remote setup
• Remote-first work environment, fostering work-life balance and autonomy
• Company-provided equipment
• Join a high-performing, mission-driven team doing work that truly matters
• And much more!

• Join Our Mission!
• If you're excited about building technology that protects homes and families from wildfire disasters, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a fast-growing team with purpose and innovation at its core.

• Diversity and inclusion are essential values at Frontline.
• We know we'll do our best and most impactful work when we feel represented, and we belong.
• We encourage talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply.