About Us
Bolt Builds is a full-service Design + Build firm and fully insured General Contractor based in Brooklyn. We specialize in design-forward hospitality, retail, and residential projects that merge classical sensibility with innovative construction and fabrication methods. We believe that great design is only as strong as its execution — and that means being just as rigorous about budgets, schedules, and communication as we are about creative vision.

The Role
We’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead high-caliber design+build projects from pre-construction through closeout. This is a senior leadership role focused not just on coordination, but true ownership of the budget, the timeline, the client relationship, and the finished product. You’ll serve as the primary point of contact for clients and consultants, guiding them through every stage of the process with clarity and confidence. Internally, you’ll collaborate with our design, construction, and fabrication consultants to ensure seamless execution and mentor junior team members along the way. You’ll be accountable for delivering exceptional projects on time and on budget, while protecting both creative intent and financial integrity.

What You’ll Do

• Own and manage project budgets from initial estimating through closeout: tracking costs, flagging risk, ensuring profitability
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and vendors across all phases of the project
• Lead project planning, timeline development, and resource coordination across design and construction teams
• Translate design intent into buildable solutions without compromising creative vision or financial control
• Prepare, track, and manage all contracts, change orders, and pay applications
• Interface with permitting and city agencies (DOB, FDNY, LPC)to navigate approvals and inspections
• Collaborate closely with construction leads to monitor site progress, sequencing, and subcontractor performance
• Provide consistent, accurate reporting on project status (scope, schedule, and budget) to clients and internal leadership
• Mentor junior PMs and project coordinators, helping to grow Bolt’s next generation of leaders
• Continuously improve internal workflows, documentation standards, and cost-control systems

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience managing complex projects, preferably in a design+build or high-end interiors setting
• Proven track record of owning multi-million-dollar project budgets, including forecasting, reporting, and financial decision-making
• Strong familiarity with NYC permitting and agency processes (DOB, FDNY, LPC, etc.)
• Comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects from concept through closeout
• Deep understanding of project sequencing, construction detailing, and value engineering
• Proficiency with industry standard software (Adobe, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, Rhino, Slack, Notion)
• Excellent communication skills and a strong, client-facing presence
• Highly organized, accountable, and proactive in solving problems before they escalate
• Committed to mentorship and excited to help build a culture of craft, clarity, and excellence
• Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field required

Why Bolt

• See your work built — and built fast. At Bolt, you won’t be stuck pushing paper for years before seeing results. Our projects move quickly, and the work you put in becomes something real, tangible, and lasting.
• Be hands-on. You won’t be siloed behind a screen — you’ll be in the field, in meetings, on walk-throughs, and fully involved in the process from start to finish.
• Work in the heart of Greenpoint. Our studio is based in one of Brooklyn’s most creative neighborhoods — surrounded by great food, inspiring spaces, and a thriving design community.
• Join a company on the rise. Bolt is entering a new chapter of growth — and we’re building something special. You’ll help shape the future of the company, not just execute the present.
• Build projects you’re proud of. From thoughtful restaurants to bold retail environments, you’ll be part of a team that sweats the details and cares deeply about design, craft, and execution.
• Work with good people. We’re a tight-knit, driven team that takes pride in what we do — and has fun doing

Compensation

This is a full-time, in-person role based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn studio.

The base salary range for this position is $75,000–$105,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Bolt also offers performance-based bonus opportunities and clear pathways for professional growth.