Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Project Manager – Public Works Construction

Location: Hayward, CA 94545

(Candidates up to $165,000 may be considered depending on experience)

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee public works construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Projects include roads, underground utilities, infrastructure improvements, site development, bridges, and other municipal work.

This role is responsible for managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, compliance requirements, and client relationships while ensuring successful field execution in coordination with superintendents and field teams.

• 5–10+ years of construction project management experience
• 3–5+ years specifically in public works construction
• Proven experience with:
• Municipal and public agency projects
• State and/or federal contracts
• Prevailing wage compliance
• Utility coordination and permitting
• Public agency inspection and compliance processes

Strong understanding of:

• Public bidding processes and government contract administration
• RFIs, submittals, change orders, and inspection workflows
• Stormwater, environmental, and ADA compliance requirements
• Site development including grading, paving, concrete, and traffic control
• Cost control, estimating, and CPM scheduling principles

• Procore

• Manage projects from award through final closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field operations teams
• Oversee procurement, materials management, and contract compliance
• Serve as primary point of contact for owners, public agencies, engineers, and inspectors
• Prepare and manage pay applications, cost reports, change orders, and project reporting
  
  Support field execution in partnership with superintendents and foremen
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, safety, and quality standards

• Valid Driver’s License required
• OSHA 30 preferred
• Health & Dental Insurance (employee coverage)