Construction Manager

Geosyntec Consultants; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 95,375 - 152,600; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the construction of civil earthwork, infrastructure, and environmental remediation projects. The role covers from concept through final construction, coordinating clients, engineers and contractors.

The ideal candidate will manage safety plans, quality control, and CPM scheduling while working on multi‑phase projects. Regular travel to jobsites and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and ten years of relevant experience in construction management.
• An associate degree or college diploma and a minimum of eight years of applicable experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in construction science/management, engineering, environmental science or related field and at least five years of experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, experience and training meeting the required knowledge and skills.
• Prior experience managing infrastructure construction or environmental remediation projects with high safety standards.
• Experience with CPM software is preferred.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint) is required.
• Strong ability to work at construction sites in various locations.

Responsibilities

• Understand and manage construction work per technical specs, drawings and plans.
• Communicate design modifications and concerns with Engineer-of-Record.
• Provide safety leadership and adhere to site health and safety plans.
• Review RFIs, submittals, clarifications and pay applications in a timely manner.
• Review QC procedures and material submittals for compliance.
• Maintain project communications files and records.
• Monitor schedules, CPM analysis and progress with optimization where possible.
• Prepare weekly meeting agendas and minutes.
• Approve field changes and change orders for out-of-scope work.
• Review change orders and advise client on merit; approve if delegated.
• Review field documentation and lab tests for compliance.
• Set up and maintain field offices for professionalism.
• Identify staff requirements to meet project demands.
• Collaborate with contractors, project managers and clients for an integrated team.
• Drive company vehicles to project sites as needed.

Skills

CPM software

Microsoft Windows applications

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma with 10 years of construction management experience

Associate degree or college diploma with 8 years of experience

Bachelor's degree in construction science/management or related field with 5 years of experience

Equivalent combination of education, experience and training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Construction Manager

Primary Location: US-CA-Costa Mesa

Job ID: 2026-4312

Category: Construction Services

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote: No

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Manager in our Costa Mesa, California office. The successful candidate will manage the construction of a variety of civil earthwork, civil infrastructure, environmental remediation, landfill construction and landfill‑related construction such as landfill gas collection and conveyance system (LFGCCS), roads, and building construction or demolition; manage the construction process from conceptual development through final construction, navigating a variety of construction challenges and opportunities. Work alongside clients, engineers, and contractors involved in the construction process; and represent our clients in large multi‑phase construction projects.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public‑sector clients to address complex problems involving our civil infrastructure, environment, and natural resources. Our engineers, scientists, and construction professionals serve our clients from offices around the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well‑being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and manage construction work in compliance with technical specifications, construction drawings, and work plans;
• Effectively communicate proposed design modifications and concerns to the Engineer‑of‑Record in a timely and professional manner;
• Provide safety leadership on all projects by implementing and adhering to site‑specific project health and safety plans, company guidelines, and best practices in construction safety;
• Review and respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), contractor submittals, clarifications regarding the contract documents, and pay applications (invoices) in a timely manner;
• Review and approve contractors' construction quality control (CQC) procedures including material submittals and manufacturers' quality control documents for completeness and compliance;
• Maintain complete and accurate files for all incoming and outgoing project communications;
• Maintain time and production records, analyze construction schedules and critical path management (CPM), and monitor construction progress with respect to approved schedules and assist contractor in optimizing CPM tasks whenever possible;
• Prepare weekly construction meeting agendas and meeting minutes in an orderly and timely manner;
• Approve and issue field change requests and request change orders for out‑of‑scope work;
• Review contractor change order requests and make recommendations to the client regarding the merit of change order requests. Approve change orders if delegated under client authority;
• Review field documentation and laboratory tests of construction materials for compliance with the project specifications;
• Establish, organize, and maintain field offices to provide a clean, orderly, and professional work environment;
• Identify and manage project staffing requirements to meet project demands; and
• Interact with project personnel including contractors, project managers, engineers and clients to cultivate an integrated and professional team approach through open lines of communication and participation in work progress meetings; and
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Geosyntec is open to several combinations of education, qualifications and experience.
• High school diploma and ten (10) years of relevant experience in construction management, or
• An associate degree or a college diploma and a minimum of eight (8) years of applicable experience, or
• A bachelor's degree in construction science, construction management, engineering, physical science, environmental science, or related subjects and a minimum of five (5) years of applicable experience, or
• Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, ability and construction management skills.
• Prior experience managing infrastructure construction or environmental remediation projects with high standards for safe work practices and compliance with regulations and client requirements. (required)
• Previous project management background and knowledge of CPM software. (preferred).
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Windows based software applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint etc.). (required)
• Technical understanding of construction quality assurance, and/or construction management procedures for civil infrastructure, solid waste facilities, or environmental remediation projects. (required)
• Strong willingness to work at construction jobsites in a variety of locations, with interest in building a career in Construction Management. (required)
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds unaided and 50‑100 pounds with assistance and/or proper engineering controls. (required)
• Ability to speak and hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. (required)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be self‑motivated, and possess a strong work ethic. (required)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation, for business travel. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec's total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $ 95,375/year / Maximum Salary: $152,600/year (Costa Mesa, CA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.