Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Location: Sacramento, CA (Remote-first with office & local site visits)

About the Company

Our client is a leading project controls and project management consulting organization with 30+ years of experience delivering project management, project controls, and technology project management solutions for major capital programs across transportation, utilities, oil & gas, and water throughout the U.S. The firm is a certified Federal SDVOSB and State of California SB/DVBE, supporting high-visibility infrastructure programs that require strong governance, stakeholder coordination, and performance-driven execution.

Position Overview

This role supports Major Projects delivering large-scale, high-complexity infrastructure projects in the Sacramento, California area. This program is working on undergrounding and hardening infrastructure in high-risk zones and upgrading substations and transmission systems.

You'll serve as the primary point of contact and partner with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external agencies to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.

Location / Work Schedule

This role is based in the Sacramento area and is remote-first, with occasional office and local site visits based on project needs.

Compensation

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 annually

This is the pay range the company reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. In some cases, the company may offer compensation above this range for exceptionally qualified candidates, subject to business needs and approvals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major infrastructure projects including scope, schedule, cost, resources, risk, and communications
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and execution plans aligned to stakeholder requirements
• Develop and maintain detailed work plans including schedule, cost forecasts, contingencies, and resource planning
• Track and report project performance against budget, schedule, and scope; drive resolution of performance issues
• Manage project documentation, approvals, and change control processes
• Develop, monitor, and update cash flow projections and financial forecasts
• Coordinate vendor, contractor, and internal team deliverables; track progress and resolve roadblocks
• Manage tasks and scheduling in project management systems (e.g., EPM tools, Work Management systems, Microsoft Project)
• Identify risks and implement mitigation and contingency plans
• Apply quality standards, review deliverables, and communicate variances to stakeholders
• Capture lessons learned and apply best practices across programs
• Provide consistent project updates and status reporting to leadership and key stakeholders
• Manage multiple active projects concurrently while maintaining accountability and timelines

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide technical and analytical guidance to the project team
• Support issue resolution through structured analysis and corrective action plans
• Oversee administration of low-risk EPC contracts (per project guidelines)
• Coordinate with government agencies and external stakeholders as needed
• Mentor Associate-level Project Managers for development and project support

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in project management, project controls, engineering, and/or construction (major infrastructure or utility preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification preferred
• Experience supporting electric utility infrastructure such as substations, transmission, and distribution projects
• Working knowledge of project management and financial tools (e.g., SAP Financials, Work Management modules, Microsoft Project)
• Strong independent judgment and decision-making using project management best practices
• Ability to support local site visits and wear required PPE

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This job description provides only a summary of the typical functions associated with this role and is not intended to represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all responsibilities, tasks, or duties. The actual responsibilities, tasks, and duties assigned may differ from those outlined, and additional duties may be assigned. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Smart Hire is not legally responsible for any changes to the jobholder's responsibilities or activities implemented by our clients that differ from those described herein.

Smart Hire is posting this position on behalf of our client, and the salary range provided is determined by the client. Actual compensation offered will depend on various factors determined by the hiring company, including candidate qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity…