Project Manager, Operations Manager, Construction Manager​/ Foreman

Work Model: In-office preferred with flexibility as project needs allow

First Mark Contracting is seeking an emerging and driven Project Manager to join a growing San Diego-based contractor known for complex, technical construction across healthcare, higher education, military, and private-sector markets. This is a strong opportunity for someone ready to move beyond the passenger seat, take ownership of meaningful projects, and be rewarded for strong execution, client service, and profitable project delivery.

• Manage assigned construction projects from handoff through closeout
• Own project budgets, schedules, documentation, subcontractor coordination, and client communication
• Review drawings, identify risks or gaps, and proactively resolve issues before they impact the field
• Coordinate MEP-heavy scopes and complex project requirements
• Partner closely with superintendents, subcontractors, estimators, and the Director of Construction
• Serve as a trusted client-facing representative for assigned projects
• Support RFIs, submittals, change management, buyout, scheduling, and closeout
• Maintain accountability for project profitability, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction

• 3–5+ years of commercial construction experience with increasing project management responsibility
• Experience managing or supporting project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client communication
• Exposure to MEP-heavy scopes; mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination experience is highly valued
• Ability to read drawings, identify constructability concerns, and surface project risks early
• Experience in commercial construction, occupied renovation, healthcare, higher education, federal/military, lab, structural renovation, seismic retrofit, technical TI, or similarly complex work
• Experience with Procore or a comparable project management platform
• Scheduling experience; P6 is a plus but not required
• Four-year degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or a related field
• Strong communication, organization, and client-facing skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort tying a meaningful portion of earnings to project performance

First Mark has built its reputation by pursuing the kind of work many contractors avoid: occupied hospitals, research laboratories, active university facilities, military design-build projects, structural renovations, seismic retrofits, and complex second-generation renovations where planning, coordination, and problem-solving matter.

This is not a traditional Project Manager role inside a large, layered construction company. First Mark is lean, collaborative, and growing, which means strong performers gain visibility quickly and have a direct impact on the company’s reputation, client relationships, and future growth. For someone coming from a larger firm who wants more ownership, autonomy, technical variety, and earning potential, this is a compelling next step.

• Project-based performance incentive structure with realistic total compensation potential of approximately $,000+
• 100% company-paid medical and dental
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Vehicle allowance
• Laptop and cell phone
• Paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support