Senior Project Manager- Luxury Residential

Overview

Senior Project Manager - Luxury Residential

MGAC is a global boutique consultancy dedicated to managing and representing our clients’ best interests. Our success is rooted in hiring exceptional people who are driven to do challenging work with the unique blend of experience, integrity, creativity, and commitment that separates us from our competitors. This position requires local support, with approximately 4-5 days on-site in Los Angeles, subject to client needs.

• Take a leading role as a senior member of the team, executing complex luxury single-family residential projects.
• Adept in working with challenging site conditions, elevated client expectations, and evolving project demands.
• Experience with construction oversight, design management, contract management and project communications.
• Monitor progress in the field, perform schedule analysis, and ensure quality control.
• Build trust with and have direct interface with the construction team and client decision-makers.
• Participate in high-level meetings, including strategic planning, budgeting, scheduling, initiation, procurement, execution, monitoring, and closeout phases.
• Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee and prepare accurate project documentation for all project phases.
• Advocate on behalf of the client during disputes, disagreements, modifications or change orders.
• Track and process invoices, purchase orders, and other financial commitments and obligations.
• Maintain relationships with the wider construction industry, trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.

• Bachelor's or associate degree in construction management, business, architecture, engineering (civil, structural, mechanical) or related field is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in construction project management with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process.
• Significant experience in the luxury living/high-end residential sector.
• Experience in managing high-net-worth client relationships.
• Construction management experience related to base building, commercial, cultural, life sciences, corporate fit-out and/or developer work. Experience with site construction.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in essential software applications, including MS Office, MS Project or Primavera P6, Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Nitro), and project management platforms such as Procore or equivalent.

• 29+ years strong in North America and growing fast—with a positive, energizing culture.
• Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace with a true employee-first mindset.
• Entrepreneurial spirit encouraged—bring fresh ideas and exceed client expectations.
• Global reach, yet agile and client-focused like a boutique firm.
• Your voice matters—flat structure, open doors, and recognition for your contributions.
• Strong work-life balance, generous PTO, and top-tier wellness benefits.

$155,000 - $175,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

The advertised salary range is intended as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as experience, expertise, and location. The base salary does not reflect the full compensation package, which may include bonuses, 401(k) matching up to 8%, and other benefits.