Branded Group Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Location: Remote
Position Type: Full Time, Exempt (Salaried)

About the Role
Branded Group is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to join our Capital Projects team. This role represents the Company to clients and vendors throughout every stage of project development and execution and serves as the primary point of contact for assigned projects.

The Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of moderate complexity from planning through completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to established quality standards. This role provides strategic oversight, coordinates internal and external resources, manages project financials, anticipates risks, and develops solutions to keep projects on track.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong client relationship management, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently with minimal oversight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Management
  • Lead and oversee the planning, development, and execution of projects, including rollouts, buildouts, refreshes, and similar initiatives.
  • Manage projects from initial planning through completion with minimal oversight.
  • Develop and monitor project-specific scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
  • Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
  • Monitor project progress and proactively identify and address issues that may impact timelines, budgets, or quality.
  • Manage projects in accordance with client requirements, Company standards, and established project management practices.
  • Conduct regular site visits and project walk-throughs to assess progress, identify needs, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for daily client communication via phone, email, virtual meetings, and in-person meetings.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
  • Provide proactive project updates and communicate schedules, milestones, risks, and potential changes.
  • Represent the Company professionally and provide solutions that support client objectives.
  • Identify opportunities to expand services and increase revenue within assigned accounts.
• Financial & Budget Management
  • Maintain financial oversight of assigned projects and accounts.
  • Develop and monitor project budgets to ensure compliance with client requirements and Company profitability objectives.
  • Review project costs, subcontractor pricing, and other expenses to maintain sustainable project margins.
  • Evaluate project opportunities and make informed decisions regarding scope, cost, and resources.
  • Monitor project financial performance and proactively address potential budget or margin concerns.
• Subcontractor & Vendor Management
  • Manage subcontractor qualification, vetting, and bid evaluation processes for projects of moderate complexity.
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor proposals to ensure appropriate scope, pricing, qualifications, and value.
  • Coordinate subcontractors and vendors throughout project execution.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance, schedules, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
  • Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships while holding vendors accountable to project expectations.
• Construction & Project Documentation
  • Coordinate the distribution, review, and management of architectural drawings and project documentation.
  • Develop and maintain project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, reports, correspondence, and other required documentation.
  • Conduct due diligence with local municipalities and coordinate with expeditors to support permitting and compliance requirements.
  • Ensure project documentation remains accurate, complete, and up to date throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Management & Problem Solving
  • Identify project risks and potential obstacles before they impact project schedules, budgets, or client expectations.
  • Develop and implement solutions to address project challenges.
  • Escalate significant risks, issues, and decisions when additional support or approval is required.
  • Maintain composure and professionalism when managing high-pressure situations and competing priorities.
  • Use sound judgment and independent decision-making to keep projects moving forward while maintaining appropriate communication with management.

Work Environment

• Fully remote position requiring a dedicated home office workspace that meets Company standards.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection is required.

Schedule

• This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Typical work hours are Monday through Friday between 5:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday work may occasionally be required based on project deadlines, client requirements, and business needs.

Compensation

$62,400 to $93,600 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching Contributions
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Bonus Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Home Office Stipend
• Paid Volunteer Time