Jr. Project Manager; Construction

Jr. Project Manager (Construction)

$105,000 - $125,000

San Diego, CA

As a company, we're a full-service commercial general contractor serving retailers and developers throughout California. Our projects range from retail and restaurants to mixed-use developments, always focused on quality, sustainability, and strong community presence. Due to growth, we are looking to add a Jr. PM to our team. This hire will support our project delivery team in San Diego. You'll play a key role bridging the gap between design, estimating, and field operations - ensuring our projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base pay and overall compensation package
• Full benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• Life Insurance coverage
• 401K

Responsibilities:

• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and coordination of tasks across disciplines (architectural, structural, MEP, etc.).
• Review drawings and specifications to produce submittals, RFIs, change orders, and ensure design intent is maintained.
• Collaborate with estimating, design, permitting, and procurement to accurately scope materials, labor, and equipment needed.
• Track project budgets, costs, and schedule performance; update reports for senior project management.
• Maintain project documentation, including daily logs, meeting minutes, submittals, shop drawings, and correspondence.
• Support field operations by coordinating subcontractors, resolving technical issues, and helping to troubleshoot onsite problems.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with safety and contract specifications.
• Assist in ensuring projects comply with local building codes, permits, safety regulations, and our company's standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer (or similar) in commercial or residential work - experience in retail, restaurants, or mixed-use is a plus.
• Strong technical skills: ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and shop drawings.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills—must be capable of coordinating multiple moving parts and interfacing with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software.