Lead multiple public works and commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion. Manage budgets, schedules, subcontractor agreements, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project teams. Monitor financial performance, partner with superintendents, mentor junior staff, mitigate risks, and maintain strong client relationships to deliver high-quality community-focused projects.
Project Manager - Public Works
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: $120,000 - $130,000
Company Details:
We're a well-established, family-owned General Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality public works projects throughout San Diego County. Our work includes fire stations, civic buildings, libraries, community centers, public safety facilities, and other projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Position Overview
As a Project Manager, you'll lead public works and commercial construction projects from pre construction through completion while serving as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and project teams.
The ideal candidate enjoys taking ownership of projects, mentoring others, developing client relationships, and helping deliver projects that positively impact the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
- Lead multiple commercial and public works construction projects simultaneously
- Develop and manage project budgets and schedules
- Negotiate subcontractor agreements and oversee project buyout
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and owner communications
- Lead project meetings and coordinate project teams
- Monitor project financial performance and forecasting
- Partner closely with Superintendents to ensure successful project execution
- Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers
- Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions
- Deliver successful projects while maintaining strong client relationships
Requirements
- 5+ years of Project Management experience with a commercial General Contractor
- Public works experience strongly preferred
- Experience with Design-Build and/or CMAR projects preferred
- Strong financial management and contract administration skills
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency with ProCore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and scheduling software
- Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Collaborative mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Build meaningful projects that serve local communities
- Family-owned company with a supportive, collaborative culture
- Opportunity to work directly with leadership and contribute to company growth
- Diverse portfolio of public works, Design-Build, CMAR, and negotiated projects
- High level of autonomy, trust, and responsibility
- Long-term career growth with increasing leadership opportunities
- Stable backlog with a strong base of repeat public-sector clients
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