Construction Manager

Psomas; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with immediate match

Hybrid schedule (3/2)

Job summary

Psomas is seeking a Construction Manager to support high-impact Southern California projects. You will lead day-to-day field construction management, coordinating with clients, designers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to keep projects on plan, budget, and schedule.

Qualifications include a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree and 5+ years in public works, with a CA PE or CCM preferred. Compensation reflects an ESOP and 401(k) with immediate match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience managing construction or engineering for public works projects.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Active California PE license or CCM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary owner representative overseeing daily construction management activities.
• Resolve daily construction issues and lead interactions with clients, designers, contractors, and agencies.
• Oversee field construction, contract administration, and management of staff and subcontractors.
• Administer contracts, review schedules, document progress, respond to claims and change orders.
• Facilitate project success by resolving issues fairly and effectively.

Skills

Construction management

Reading blueprints

Coordination with clients

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Construction Manager

Own Your Future at Psomas Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact.

Construction Management Team has an opportunity for a talented Construction Manager to support high-impact projects in Southern California. You'll manage key assignments related to facilities, parks, open space, and coastal projects. This is a full-time role on a high-profile program that includes civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural elements.

Why Psomas

• Shared Success: An ownership culture that rewards long-term thinking and doing what's right.
• Retirement Benefits: Company-funded ESOP + 401(k) with immediate match.
• Hybrid Flexibility: 3/2 hybrid schedule.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways, coaching, and leadership development.
• People-First Culture: Collaborative teams that invest in your development.
• Meaningful Work: Community-impact projects plus ways to give back.

What You'll Do

As our Construction Manager, you'll lead day-to-day construction management in the field, keeping projects on plan, in budget, and on schedule while coordinating closely with clients, designers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

• Serve as primary owner representative overseeing, performing, and coordinating daily construction management activities to monitor that the project is constructed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, budget, and schedule
• Resolve daily construction issues and lead interactions with clients, designers, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Oversee field construction and contract administration, and manage staff and subcontractors
• Administer contracts, review schedules, document project progress, respond to contractor claims, and answer requests for information, submittals, and change orders
• Facilitate project success by resolving issues fairly and effectively

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience managing construction or engineering for public works projects
• Knowledge of the construction process and the ability to read, understand, and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM), preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $105,000-$160,000 per year (commensurate with experience). Compensation may be adjusted for well-qualified candidates.
• Incentives: Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
• Time Off: 3-4 weeks PTO (depending on experience) plus 8 paid holidays
• Total Rewards: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediately vested company match, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan 100% paid by Psomas.

Our Hiring Approach

Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and will keep candidates informed throughout the process. If a candidate's background aligns with what we need, we'll reach out to discuss next steps.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.