Water / Fire Damage Project Manager

Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Integrity, honesty, and strong character are essential traits.
  • Self-motivated with a growth mindset and strong sense of ownership.
  • Desire to assist clients in distressing situations during property damage events.
  • 2-3 years of experience in managing restoration projects from start to finish.
  • Significant hands-on experience in water, fire, mold restoration and contents.
  • Ability to manage subcontractor relationships and job scheduling effectively.
  • Proficient in technology use and adaptable to new software applications.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Manage residential and commercial restoration projects from initiation to completion.
  • Oversee both mitigation and repair phases of restoration jobs.
  • Act as the primary contact for client communications, particularly during stressful events.
  • Maintain project documentation, reporting, and utilize technology for restoration management.
  • Ensure adherence to job budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
  • Protect profit margins through diligent job control and change management processes.
  • Complete accurate job documentation, including punch lists and final closing tasks.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that fosters team engagement.
  • Performance-based bonuses that provide uncapped financial incentives.
  • Generous vehicle and cell phone allowance to support fieldwork.
  • Paid time off and sick leave compliant with NYC law.
  • Leadership development and cross-training opportunities for career growth.
  • Paid training and certification support to enhance professional skills.
  • Strong team culture with dedicated operational support.
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • Collaborate work environment
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development


Reports To: General Manager or Owner

As a Restoration Project Manager (RPM), you are responsible for managing restoration projects from contract through close-out following property damage events such as water, fire, or mold losses. This role is primarily production-focused. Candidates with estimating experience may support estimating efforts as needed; however, field execution, internal teams and subcontractor management, margin protection, and job close-out are the core responsibilities of this role. You will spend significant time in the field ensuring jobs are completed correctly, safely, on schedule, and in accordance with Paul Davis standards.

What you'll be responsible for:
  • Manage residential and commercial restoration projects from start to finish including initial scope of work, budgets, timelines, managing in-house mitigation team and subcontractors.
  • Managing from the initial mitigation to the repairs.
  • You will be the first point of contact for client relations. This job has significant on-call expectation. You will be the first point of contact.
  • Develop proficiency in project documentation, reporting, and technology tools used in restoration management
  • Protect margins through disciplined job controls and change management
  • Communicate clearly and proactively with customers throughout the project lifecycle
  • Ensure job documentation, punch lists, and close-out are completed accurately

Pay Structure & Hours:
  • Competitive base salary
  • Uncapped earning potential with performance-based incentive tied to completed, profitable projects
  • Full-time role with variable field schedule based on active projects

(Compensation structure and incentive details are discussed during the interview process.)

Qualifications:

Required
  • Integrity, honesty, and strong character
  • Self-motivation, growth mindset, ownership, and responsibility
  • A desire to help people in distress
  • Experience managing mitigation and repairs projects in NYC
  • Significant experience with water, fire, mold, and contents
  • Proven ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and job sequencing
  • Proficiency with technology and adaptability to new software
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation
  • IICRC certification (at least WRT)
  • 2-3 years of managing restoration projects end to end

Preferred
  • Restoration or insurance-related construction experience
  • Estimating experience or familiarity with Xactimate and Cotality (a plus, not required)
  • Additional IICRC certifications (ASD, FSRT)

Who Thrives in This Role:
  • You take ownership of outcomes, not just tasks
  • You are margin-aware and disciplined about scope
  • You hold subcontractors accountable and follow through
  • You communicate early when issues arise

Benefits:
  • Uncapped performance-based incentive opportunities.
  • Generous vehicle and cell phone allowance
  • Company laptop
  • Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with NYC law
  • Leadership development and cross training opportunities
  • Paid training and certification support
  • Strong team culture and operational support



Compensation: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

About Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification

The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is a non-profit organization that sets standards for the cleaning and restoration industry. The IICRC was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The organization provides training and certification programs for professionals in the industry, and also serves as a resource for consumers seeking information about cleaning and restoration services. The IICRC has developed several standards for the industry, including the ANSI/IICRC S500 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration and the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation. The current President of the IICRC is Kevin Pearson.
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