Project Manager
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 120000 - 170000
Posted on:
23-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Project Manager Heavy Civil Construction (San Diego Region)
Location: San Diego CA
Salary Range: $120000 $170000 (DOE)
Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
Were seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to join our Southern California San Diego team. This role oversees the full administrative financial and operational management of assigned heavy civil construction projects ensuring completion on time within budget and to the highest safety and quality standards.
The ideal candidate has a proven track record in earthwork underground utilities structures paving and public works projects and thrives in a fast-paced collaborative environment. With over a century of construction excellence behind us our culture emphasizes communication accountability and long-term career growth.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution
Lead and manage project teams in coordination with Division Managers Superintendents and Estimators.
Establish and track project goals budgets and schedules.
Ensure all projects are executed safely efficiently and in full compliance with contract requirements.
Represent the company in client meetings progress reviews and negotiations.
Oversee field operations to ensure productivity quality and safety performance.
Financial & Contract Management
Manage project financials including forecasting billing cost control and cash flow.
Oversee change orders subcontractor payments and project cost reports.
Review contracts and specifications to identify risks and protect company interests.
Monitor earned value productivity reports and cost-to-complete forecasting to maintain profitability.
Coordination & Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners subcontractors and vendors.
Coordinate project documentation including RFIs submittals meeting minutes and progress reports.
Communicate proactively across departments to resolve issues and maintain schedule alignment.
Collaborate with estimating procurement and field operations for resource optimization.
Safety Risk & Quality
Champion a zero-incident safety culture on all job sites.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
Maintain quality control through inspections testing and adherence to specifications.
Project Closeout
Lead project closeout activities ensuring accurate documentation punch list completion and client satisfaction.
Oversee delivery of as-builts warranties and final reports.
Conduct project reviews to identify best practices and areas for improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering or related field (preferred).
Proven experience managing heavy civil infrastructure projects (earthwork underground utilities structures paving public works).
Strong understanding of public contract codes cost control and change management.
Proficient in Bid2Win Primavera P6 MS Project and construction management software (e.g. Procore).
Excellent leadership communication and negotiation skills.
Financially astute with the ability to analyze budgets cost forecasts and risk exposure.
Valid drivers license required.
Core Competencies
Leadership & Team Development
Strategic Planning & Risk Mitigation
Financial & Contract Oversight
Communication & Negotiation
Results-Oriented Project Delivery
Time & Process Management
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $120000 $170000 (DOE)
Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
Medical dental and vision insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match
Paid vacation holidays and sick leave
Performance-based incentives
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- PMBOK
- Visio
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
- Contracts
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