Build More Than Homes. Build a Company.
Godbey Capital is a growing real estate development and residential construction company specializing in high-quality custom and spec homes throughout North Georgia. We are looking for a motivated, organized, and hands-on Residential Construction Project Lead to help us scale our business.
We are looking for someone who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, holding subcontractors accountable, and taking ownership of projects from groundbreaking through CO.
If you're looking for a position where your work directly impacts the success of a growing company—and where you'll have the opportunity to grow into a leadership role—we'd love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Residential Construction Project Lead is responsible for managing multiple residential construction projects from start to finish. This role combines field supervision with project management and requires someone who is equally comfortable walking active job sites, coordinating subcontractors, reviewing invoices, ordering materials, and maintaining project schedules.
You will serve as the primary point of contact for each assigned project and work directly with company ownership to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a field-based, in-person position requiring travel to active projects throughout North Georgia.
Compensation
- Base Salary: starting at $65,000 annually
- Performance Bonus Program
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Gas Card
- Company Cellphone
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunity for advancement as the company grows
What You'll Do
Project Management
- Manage residential construction projects from site preparation through final completion
- Develop and maintain project schedules
- Coordinate all phases of construction
- Monitor project budgets and identify potential cost overruns
- Proactively identify and resolve project issues before they become delays
Field Supervision
- Visit active job sites regularly
- Coordinate daily subcontractor activities
- Ensure work is completed according to plans and specifications
- Maintain construction quality standards
- Enforce job site safety expectations
- Conduct punch list inspections and coordinate corrections
Vendor & Subcontractor Management
- Schedule subcontractors and suppliers
- Build strong relationships with trade partners
- Review completed work before approving payment
- Coordinate inspections and required corrections
- Resolve scheduling conflicts
Procurement
- Order materials and equipment
- Obtain competitive pricing from suppliers
- Coordinate deliveries
- Ensure materials arrive on schedule
Financial Administration
- Review subcontractor invoices for accuracy
- Verify completed work prior to payment approval
- Track change orders
- Assist with project cost tracking
- Submit organized payment packages to the office
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain daily job logs
- Take and organize progress photos
- Update project schedules weekly
- Maintain accurate project documentation
- Utilize construction management software to keep projects current
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of residential construction experience
- Experience managing ground-up residential construction projects
- Strong understanding of residential construction sequencing
- Ability to read construction plans and specifications
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and leadership abilities
- Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Valid driver's license with reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Project Manager, or Project Coordinator
- Experience with custom homes or spec homes
- Familiarity with Georgia residential building practices
- Experience working directly with subcontractors
- Knowledge of permitting and inspections
- Experience using JobTread
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
The Right Candidate
We're looking for someone who:
- Takes ownership and doesn't wait to be told what to do
- Is highly organized and detail-oriented
- Communicates professionally with subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and clients
- Solves problems instead of creating them
- Holds subcontractors accountable while maintaining positive relationships
- Is comfortable making decisions in the field
- Wants to grow with a fast-growing construction company
- Takes pride in building quality homes
Work Environment
This is an in-person, field-based position.
Projects are located throughout North Georgia.
Regular travel between project sites is required.
Administrative work may be completed from home office when field presence is not required.
Why Join Godbey Capital?
We're not a large corporate builder where you're one of hundreds of employees.
You'll work directly with ownership, have the opportunity to influence how projects are managed, and play a key role in the growth of the company. As we expand, this position offers significant opportunities for advancement into senior construction leadership.
If you're looking for a long-term career where your work matters and you enjoy seeing projects come to life from the ground up, we'd like to hear from you.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Blue Ridge, GA 30513 (Required)
Work Location: In person
