Are you an experienced project developer with deep residential remodeling knowledge and strong organizational skills? Do you enjoy planning projects thoroughly—and then watching them come to life in the field? If so, this may be a strong fit.

Thayer Design Build is seeking a Project Developer to join our high-performance design-build team and lead the planning and pre-construction work that sets our projects up for success.

About the Role

The Project Developer plays a critical role in guiding projects from design into construction. This position focuses on planning, budgeting, scheduling, and constructability—ensuring projects are clearly defined, properly scoped, accurately estimated, and ready to build.

You’ll work closely with designers, trade partners, and the production team to translate design intent into executable construction plans within a disciplined, high-performance workflow where clarity and follow-through matter.

What You’ll Do

• Develop clear, detailed written scopes of work
• Prepare estimates and budgets for labor and materials
• Request, receive, review, and organize trade and vendor proposals
• Coordinate with designers to ensure constructability and clarity
• Review plans and specifications for completeness and accuracy
• Apply for and track building permits
• Build and maintain project schedules
• Support clean handoff into construction
• Communicate professionally with clients, trade partners, and internal team members

What We’re Looking For

• Deep understanding of residential remodeling and construction
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Comfort with numbers, estimating, and budgets
• Clear, professional technical writing ability
• High attention to detail and follow-through
• Confident, personable communicator with clients and trades
• Thrives in a high-performance environment where standards are high and details matter
• Humble, hungry, and smart—always

About Thayer Design Build

Thayer Design Build is a residential design-build remodeling company located in Corvallis, Oregon. Serving the area for over a decade, we are known for thoughtful design, high-quality craftsmanship, and a professional, well-run process.

We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and full-home remodels. Our reputation has been built by doing things the right way—for our clients and for our team. We operate with clear expectations, strong systems, and high performance standards across the company.

This role is an opportunity to be part of a disciplined team where planning matters and good work is respected.

What We Offer

• Full-time, year-round position
• Profit-sharing bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive, collaborative, high-standards team culture

Ready to Apply?

Please submit a resume and cover letter below. We look forward to reviewing your application!