Construction Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution (California)

Job ID: 260155 | Full-time | Travel: Yes, 50% of the Time | Locations: US-CA-Brea, US-CA-San Francisco, US-CA-Walnut Creek, US-CA-San Diego, US-CA-Los Angeles

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, while managing the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities and ensure the 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, interfacing with clients for proposal and project-related items.
• Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and 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 multiple global practices/disciplines.
• Oversee project site layout, mobilization, demobilization, and ensure all project permits are secured.
• Direct the downstream request for proposal (RFP) and bid process, including bidder development, prequalification, evaluation, and selection.
• Review, approve, and communicate project reports, including budgeting, cash flow forecasts, and status updates.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to distribute engineering deliverables per project schedule and requirements.
• Manage contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, change management, contract closeout, documentation, and claims mitigation.
• Oversee prime contract, subcontractor, and client contractor invoicing processes.
• Coordinate and facilitate client, supplier, and company commissioning and startup teams.
• Implement, audit, and oversee project documentation and compliance with insurance, taxes/duties, licensures, and bonding requirements.
• Perform project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits and assessments.
• Oversee the non-conformance reporting process and facilitate project cost reporting, scheduling, and field progress tracking.
• Develop and manage materials receiving and inventory control processes.
• Review contract documents with field staff to ensure compliance with subcontractor and client contractor requirements.
• Direct project turnover documentation, warranty administration, project closeout, and recordkeeping.
• Support communication with governmental, industry, and public entities on project-related matters.
• Review construction field reports and provide mentorship to interns, construction coordinators, and assistant project managers.
• Provide performance feedback for project team members to their respective Department Managers.
• Manage community and building trades relationships, including project labor agreements.
• Onboard craft/field supervision and manage composite crew rates, labor burdens, and staffing.
• Maintain accurate 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 project requirements.
• Comply with company policies and procedures 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. Applicable experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software is 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.
• 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 is 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 to participate in a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

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