Construction Project Manager – Subcontractor & Vendor Development

Summary

Our client is an established construction contractor seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager – Subcontractor & Vendor Development to build and manage a network of qualified subcontractors and trade partners. This is a fully remote, full-time position supporting construction operations in the Los Angeles, CA market , with a focus on masonry, concrete, structural hillside construction, hardscape, and residential design-build projects.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of construction project management experience , strong knowledge of specialty subcontracting, and a proven ability to source, evaluate, and develop subcontractor relationships. This position focuses on subcontractor sourcing, vetting, onboarding, compliance, and vendor coordination , rather than direct management of individual construction projects or client relationships.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Subcontractor Sourcing & Development

Identify, research, and recruit qualified subcontractors for residential construction projects.

- Develop a reliable network of trade partners specializing in masonry, concrete, structural hillside work, and hardscape.

- Source subcontractors for related civil construction activities, including drainage, grading, and excavation.

- Conduct regular outreach through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels.

- Follow up consistently with prospective subcontractors to maintain an active development pipeline.

- Build relationships that provide construction teams with multiple qualified options for each trade.

- Subcontractor Evaluation & Qualification

Conduct initial screening calls to evaluate subcontractor capabilities, qualifications, and availability.

- Assess trade specialties, project experience, workforce capacity, pricing expectations, and geographic coverage.

- Verify licensing, insurance, references, and other required compliance documentation.

- Evaluate whether prospective subcontractors have the technical expertise and resources necessary to perform assigned scopes.

- Identify potential risks involving quality, reliability, scheduling, and subcontractor qualifications.

- Maintain a consistent evaluation process to ensure subcontractors meet established requirements.

- Vendor & Trade Partner Management

Identify and develop relationships with structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, surveyors, and other construction professionals.

- Source specialty vendors, including permitting services, landscape designers, drainage specialists, and related service providers.

- Maintain an organized network of vendors and subcontractors based on trade, specialty, availability, and qualifications.

- Prioritize recruitment efforts according to current project needs and anticipated construction demand.

- Maintain relationships with existing trade partners to support future project opportunities.

- Coordinate with construction leadership to identify gaps in subcontractor and vendor coverage.

- Prequalification & Production Coordination

Conduct structured preliminary evaluations before referring subcontractors to the production team.

- Gather information regarding services, pricing, project capacity, scheduling availability, and technical qualifications.

- Prepare detailed subcontractor profiles and evaluation notes.

- Communicate subcontractor capabilities and potential concerns to production leadership.

- Ensure qualified subcontractors are properly documented and ready for further consideration.

- Support efficient transitions between vendor development and construction operations.

- Bid Coordination & Follow-Up

Coordinate requests for preliminary pricing and subcontractor quotations.

- Follow up on outstanding bids, pricing requests, and availability confirmations.

- Monitor response times and identify delays that could affect construction planning.

- Maintain visibility into subcontractor pricing and bid status.

- Communicate outstanding requirements and scheduling concerns to production leadership.

- Support timely subcontractor engagement for upcoming projects.

- Compliance, Documentation & CRM Management

Maintain accurate subcontractor and vendor records in company management systems.

- Track licenses, insurance certificates, agreements, and required onboarding documentation.

- Ensure compliance records are current before subcontractors are approved for work.

- Document communications, qualification results, pricing information, and follow-up activities.

- Maintain an organized pipeline of prospective and approved trade partners.

- Support implementation and ongoing use of CRM and production management systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Required Experience

Minimum 8 years of construction project management experience in general contracting, specialty subcontracting, or a similar construction environment.

- Proven experience sourcing, evaluating, and coordinating subcontractors and vendors.

- Strong knowledge of masonry, concrete, structural hillside construction, and hardscape projects .

- Familiarity with civil construction activities, including drainage, grading, and excavation.

- Experience managing subcontractor relationships across multiple construction projects.

- Ability to evaluate subcontractor qualifications, pricing, capacity, and technical capabilities.

- Experience working in fast-paced construction environments with multiple active priorities.

- Technical & Construction Skills

Strong understanding of construction scopes, trade classifications, and subcontractor responsibilities.

- Knowledge of subcontractor licensing, insurance, and compliance requirements.

- Ability to assess subcontractor proposals, pricing, and workforce availability.

- Familiarity with residential design-build construction is highly preferred.

- Experience using CRM systems, project management platforms, and digital tracking tools.

- Ability to maintain accurate vendor records and qualification documentation.

- Professional Skills

Excellent verbal communication and relationship-building abilities.

- Comfortable conducting frequent outbound calls and structured qualification interviews.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Persistent and proactive approach to follow-up and relationship management.

- Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume subcontractor pipeline.

- Strong judgment when evaluating subcontractor reliability and qualifications.

- Professional, confident, and effective when communicating with construction trade partners.

- Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate records without constant supervision.

- Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field , or equivalent industry experience.

- Previous experience as a Construction Project Manager, Subcontractor Manager, Vendor Development Manager, or Procurement Manager.

- Experience with specialty contractors performing masonry, concrete, hillside, and hardscape construction.

- Background in residential design-build construction.

- Experience developing subcontractor networks for growing construction organizations.

- Work Environment & Location

Fully remote position supporting construction operations in the Los Angeles, CA market.

- Full-time employment.

- Significant daily communication with subcontractors, vendors, and construction personnel.

- Ability to independently manage scheduled calls, follow-up activities, and vendor qualification processes.