Construction Project Manager

Location: San Diego, CA – candidates must be able to travel within Southern California to be considered.

About the role

The Construction Project Manager (CPM) plays a pivotal role in overseeing residential energy efficiency and electrification retrofit projects for the Southern California Equitable Building Decarbonization (SoCal EBD) program. This groundbreaking initiative, led by the California Energy Commission (CEC) and Los Angeles County (LAC), advances equitable climate action by reducing building carbon emissions and increasing access to clean energy solutions for underserved communities. The CPM ensures quality, compliance, and effective project delivery through contractor management, residential code compliance, and community-centered engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee residential efficiency and electrification retrofit projects from planning through completion.
• Manage contractor relationships, ensuring accountability, quality, and adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Assist in preparing and finalizing each participant’s scope of work.
• Review and interpret residential building codes to ensure all work meets regulatory standards.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and progress evaluations.
• Work closely with installers to manage installation and QA/QC processes.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders, including homeowners, contractors, and internal teams.
• Manage incentive layering coordination, follow-up surveys, and continuous improvement practices.
• Identify and resolve project issues and risks proactively.
• Support program participation efforts by building trust with clients and explaining project scope and benefits.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.

Expected Outcomes

• Effective project execution and contractor coordination.
• Positive stakeholder engagement and accountability.
• Timely resolution of issues on projects.
• Consistent communication on project scope, benefits, and next steps.
• Greater transparency and alignment with community needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education).
• 5+ years of professional experience in Construction Management, Residential Building Retrofits, Energy Efficiency Upgrades, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Reliable vehicle for up to 25% local travel throughout Southern California (counties include: Los Angeles, Riverside, Imperial, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Orange) for site visits (mileage reimbursement included).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.
• Contractor State License Board (CSLB) License.
• Certification with BPI, LEED, USGBC, or other energy efficiency and building science organizations.
• Familiarity with energy efficiency or electrification practices in construction.
• Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Flexible workplace arrangements and work-life balance.
• Employee wellbeing programs.
• Donation matching and volunteer opportunities.
• Education reimbursement and retirement planning, including 401k matching.
• Mentorship programs.
• Free access to professional development resources such as LinkedIn Learning.

Pay

The pay range for this full-time position is $89,261.00 - $151,744.00.