About the role
Compensation: $115,000/year
THE OPPORTUNITY
- If you don't have 5+ years in custom residential building, please don't apply.
- We’re not hiring just a project manager.
- We’re hiring a proven operator — the kind of project leader who can help take us to the next level and continue to establish us as the preferred choice for custom luxury homes in Northern Utah.
- If that sounds ambitious, it is.
- And it won’t happen with average execution.
It will happen because we build a team that:
Operates with discipline
- Takes ownership at every level
- Delivers at a standard most builders can’t sustain
- This role sits at the center of that kind of execution.
- This is a defining moment for the company
Peterson Builders has spent 50 years building a strong reputation in the Ogden Valley. Now we’re looking for someone who can help us raise the bar again — bringing the leadership, discipline, and execution required to scale what we do at an even higher level.
That means
Higher expectations
Less tolerance for inconsistency
- Zero room for good enough
- We are well on our way to taking that next step and are looking for great people that will support us as we take on more and more of the market share in the area.
- The people in roles like this will decide that outcome of arriving at the next step.
- What success actually looks like
Success is not
Keeping projects moving
Going through the motions
Explaining why things went wrong
Success is
Predictable, well-run projects
Strong financial performance
High-end execution without breakdowns
Clients who love the outcome and who trust the process completely
Consistency that allows us to continue to take on bigger, more complex projects.
What you own
You own the result.
The client experience
The project schedule
The financial outcome
The quality of execution
The accountability of the team
If something slips, it’s yours. If it breaks, you fix it.
How you operate
You don’t wait for direction.
Identify problems early
Push for clarity
Hold people accountable
Maintain control in complexity
You run projects with structure, discipline, and visibility.
What the job requires
Lead client communication
Manage schedules and budgets
Run structured budget meetings
Oversee change orders
Align plans and execution
Drive accountability across teams
You will spend time in the field where standards are enforced, however you're not site superintendent. You will be working with a Site Manager.
Who should not apply
This role is not for people who need constant direction, need handholding while using Excel, avoid accountability, or are comfortable with average performance.
Who this role is for
You take ownership naturally
- You focus on outcomes, not tasks
- You hold a high standard
- You understand residential construction deeply
- You listen just as much as you talk
Your background
- 8+ years in custom residential construction
- Strong understanding of building science
- Experience managing high end luxury budgets and schedules
Tech Savvy
More importantly: you can create control in complex project environments.
Non-negotiables
Professional Discipline
Built Accountable
Integrity First
These core values will not be negotiated.
The reality
This is a demanding role because it requires a high level of detailed communication, the ability to navigate the complexity of custom luxury residential construction, and the capacity to perform under pressure – that’s why it matters.
About Peterson Builders
We build high-end custom luxury homes in Northern Utah for 50 years. We’re raising the bar continually in our area. Our culture leans into professionalism, accountability, integrity and win-win solutions for our clients and team.
Final word
If you want an easy role, this isn’t it.
If you want project ownership, high standards, and to help continue raising the bar in residential luxury construction, this is that opportunity for you to take the next step in your career path.