Construction Project Manager (Public Works)

We are an established Bay Area general contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality public works, civic, educational, infrastructure, and municipal construction projects throughout Northern California. Our team specializes in complex public agency work and has successfully completed a wide range of projects for cities, counties, school districts, special districts, and other public-sector clients. Our projects typically range from $5M-$12M and involve significant coordination with owners, consultants, inspectors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.

About the role

The Project Manager will oversee public works construction projects from award through closeout. This role is responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement activities, client communication, and overall project execution while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and public agency standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from preconstruction through final closeout
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and project stakeholders
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract administration
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, consultants, and public agencies
• Support field operations alongside Superintendents and project teams
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and public works requirements

Requirements

• 5+ years of Construction Project Management experience
• Strong public works and public agency project experience
• Experience with prevailing wage, public bidding, utility coordination, permits, inspections, and government contracts
• Proficiency with Procore and Primavera P6
• Knowledge of grading, paving, concrete, site development, scheduling, and cost control
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Benefits

• Stable and respected Bay Area general contractor with a strong project backlog
• Opportunity to manage meaningful public works projects that directly impact local communities
• Collaborative leadership team with a reputation for supporting project staff
• Diverse portfolio including civic, infrastructure, educational, and municipal construction
• Ability to take ownership of projects from award through closeout
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Long-term growth opportunities within a growing organization

Pay

$130,000 - $140,000 per year