Project Manager, Construction Manager​/ Foreman, Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Position Summary

The Project Manager I is responsible for managing construction projects from award through closeout while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements and company standards. This role oversees project planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and financial performance. The Project Manager I partners closely with Superintendents, Foremen, Estimating, Accounting, and Executive Leadership to ensure successful project execution.

• Manage assigned construction projects from project award through final closeout.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract execution, and performance.
• Manage project cost tracking, change orders, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate project scheduling, material procurement, and equipment needs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with owners, inspectors, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Partner with Superintendents to ensure jobsite productivity, safety compliance, and quality control.
• Review and approve project billing, progress payments, and job cost reports.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change requests, and contract modifications.
• Conduct project meetings, job walks, and stakeholder coordination meetings.
• Support project risk management, issue resolution, and claims avoidance.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and complete project documentation.
• Support project closeout including as-builts, warranties, final billing, and turnover documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of project financials, contracts, and company business information.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned. Responsibilities may be modified or added based on operational needs and business priorities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent construction and project management experience may be substituted.

• 5–8 years of progressive construction, utilities, or civil project management experience required.
• Experience managing underground utilities, wet utilities, or civil infrastructure projects strongly preferred.

• OSHA 30 preferred.
• Valid California driver’s license required.

• Strong knowledge of construction project management processes and job cost control.
• Strong understanding of plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and schedule management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with project management software, estimating tools, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional project team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive project and company information.

Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily sedentary to light work in nature. The employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, and office equipment, and occasionally stand, walk, bend, or reach. The employee may occasionally lift or move office materials such as files, binders, laptops, or boxes of supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in a professional office…