Construction Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution (California)

Job ID: 260154 | Hire Type: Experienced | Locations: US-CA-Brea, US-CA-San Francisco, US-CA-Walnut Creek, US-CA-San Diego, US-CA-Los Angeles | Full-time, 50% travel required

About the role

The Construction Project Manager supports the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager to oversee day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods. This role manages construction project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations, field staff, and other duties required to execute EPC, Construction Management, Construction, and Program Management projects.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote the company’s safety programs, trainings, and policies; manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities and ensure successful execution of single or multiple projects simultaneously.
• Provide direction and participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and establishing critical project objectives.
• Develop and manage client relationships; interface with clients for proposal and project-related items.
• Participate in internal and external project risk reviews; consult with the Legal Department as required.
• Negotiate prime contracts, CM contracts, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Implement assigned sections of the Project Execution Plan, including construction execution, quality assurance, safety & health, subcontracting, staffing, organization, and procurement plans.
• Develop construction staffing plans; train project teams and coordinate activities across global practices/disciplines.
• Oversee project site layout, mobilization, demobilization, and permit acquisition.
• Direct the downstream request for proposal (RFP) and bid process; prepare scope of work documents for subcontractor and client contractor contracts.
• Review, approve, and communicate project budgeting, cash flow forecasts, and status reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to distribute engineering deliverables per project schedule.
• Manage contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, change management, contract closeout, documentation, and claims mitigation.
• Oversee prime contract, subcontractor, and client contractor invoicing.
• Coordinate and facilitate commissioning and startup with client, supplier, and company teams.
• Implement, audit, and oversee project documentation and compliance with insurance, taxes, licensures, and bonding requirements.
• Perform project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits.
• Oversee non-conformance reporting and field progress tracking.
• Develop and manage materials receiving, inventory control, storage, and transportation processes.
• Review contract documents with field staff to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Direct project turnover documentation, warranty administration, closeout, and recordkeeping.
• Support communication with governmental, industry, and public entities on project-related matters.
• Review construction field reports and provide mentorship to interns, coordinators, craft supervision, and assistant project managers.
• Provide performance feedback for project team members to Department Managers.
• Manage community and building trades relationships; develop and implement project labor agreements.
• Onboard craft/field supervision and manage composite crew rates, labor/equipment costs, and staffing.
• Maintain craft classifications, progression records, and competency standards.
• Estimate, forecast, and manage craft install unit rates, earned value, schedule, change management, and cost metrics.
• Manage construction equipment inventory to ensure project completion.
• May be assigned to a project site based on requirements.
• Comply with company policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 7 years of relevant project management experience in the construction industry. OR applicable experience substituted for the degree requirement.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in industries such as aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transportation, transmission & distribution, or water preferred.
• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must meet the company’s driving requirements.

Pay

$150,000.00–250,000.00 yearly. The expected compensation range is based on individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility for a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
• Time off and wellness programs.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement program.