Senior Project Manager Public WorksDSA

Pay: $150000.00 - $180000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Lead high-impact public works and DSA-regulated projects that serve communities and leave a lasting legacy
• Take full ownership of complex projects from preconstruction through closeout with real decision-making authority
• Work with an experienced collaborative leadership team that values accountability expertise and follow-through
• Be recognized as a senior leader with influence over strategy schedules budgets and teams
• Long-term stability with a steady pipeline of public-sector work and strong internal support
• Performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits that reward results and leadership

Location

This is a fully on-site role based in Santa Ana California ideal for professionals who thrive in a hands-on project environment and enjoy being closely connected to their teams and job sites.

Note

This role requires a minimum of 5 years of construction project management experience; candidates without this baseline experience will not be considered.

About Us

We are a well-established general contractor delivering complex public and private construction projects from preconstruction through occupancy. Our team is known for professionalism technical expertise and strong client partnerships particularly on DSA-regulated public works projects. We take pride in building work that matters and in developing leaders who want to grow with us. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage multiple public works and DSA construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout
• Develop and execute project plans schedules budgets and staffing strategies
• Oversee financial performance including forecasting cost control cash flow and profitability
• Administer owner contracts subcontracts RFIs submittals and project documentation
• Lead change order strategy negotiations and claims management
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules monitor critical paths and implement recovery plans as needed
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners consultants inspectors and regulatory agencies
• Lead mentor and develop Project Managers Assistant PMs Project Engineers and field staff
• Promote jobsite safety quality control and compliance with all project and company standards
• Drive successful project closeout including punch lists documentation retention and final payments

Qualifications

• 5 years of construction project management experience (public works required)
• Demonstrated experience with DSA-regulated projects
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing scheduling contracts and cost controls
• Proficiency with Procore Bluebeam and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6
• Ability to lead teams manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering or a related field

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be trusted as a leader supported by experienced professionals and given the opportunity to make a visible impact on meaningful public projects. Our culture values accountability collaboration and growth with clear paths for long-term career advancement.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: 5 years of construction project management experience (public works required).

• Required Years as Associate: NA
• Additional context: Relocation Preferably no; Packages No

Quick Recruiter Reference

• Established general contractor focused on public works and DSA projects
• Senior Project Manager leading complex construction projects end-to-end
• On-site leadership role with schedule budget and team ownership

Recruiters Submission

• To submit cancel Senior Project Manager Public Works / DSA ADB Construction Group JPC 1404 Source

• Client job title: Senior Project Manager Public Works / DSA Construction
• Location: Santa Ana CA
• On-site hybrid remote: On-site
• Experience: 5
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Senior Project Manager Construction Project Manager Public Works PM DSA Project Manager General Contractor PM Commercial Construction PM
• # of hires needed: 1