Civil Project Lead: Underground & Utilities

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Civil and Underground Utility projects in California.

The Project Manager will be the primary on-site leader responsible for safety, financial performance, and team development as the project is built from ground up. You will coordinate with the office and field teams, manage schedules, contracts, and subcontractors, and ensure quality and timely completion while representing McCarthy core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• 7+ years as general contractor/subcontractor on sitework, underground utility and heavy civil projects.
• Experience with HCSS/Heavy Jobs, Procore or Bluebeam a plus.
• General knowledge of civil construction principles/practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing project-specific safety programs and maintain safe work areas through site inspections.
• Lead safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs for McCarthy's projects.
• Understand projected costs, contingencies and potential savings/increased profits.
• Assist Estimating with bidding and preconstruction; define/develop scope for Civil subcontractors.

Skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

HCSS/Heavy Jobs

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Civil and Underground Utility projects in California.

The Project Manager will be the primary on-site leader responsible for safety, financial performance, and team development as the project is built from ground up. You will coordinate with the office and field teams, manage schedules, contracts, and subcontractors, and ensure quality and timely completion while representing McCarthy core values.