Construction Manager

TYLin; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 173,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Education benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company matching

Job summary

TYLin in San Francisco leads aviation and infrastructure projects across Northern California. We seek a Construction Manager with a proven track record in airport and heavy civil work to guide project execution, field oversight, and client coordination.

The role requires deep leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and quality as you mentor teams and drive successful project outcomes for complex facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 12+ years in project/construction management, with field teams and inspections.
• Strong communication and client-management skills.
• Knowledge of aviation and heavy civil infrastructure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue aviation and infrastructure projects with sector leadership.
• Serve as Project Manager / Resident Engineer with full PM responsibilities.
• Oversee field supervision, inspections, and testing for complex paving and utilities.
• Coordinate between field inspectors and contractor reps; monitor schedule and cost.
• Maintain rigorous project records and manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Lead and mentor project teams, ensure QA/QC and safety compliance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client focus

Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management

California PE license

Job description

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

This posting is intended to gather expressions of interest from Construction Managers, for anticipated opportunities expected to arise over the next 3-6 months. While an immediate vacancy may not be available, we are building relationships with talented professionals who are interested in joining our growing Aviation team as new projects and hiring needs materialize.

We’re hiring a Construction Manager to support growth in our Aviation and Infrastructure Sector. This is a key position requiring a demonstrated top performer who is well established in the Northern California aviation and infrastructure market. This position will require leadership in project management and construction management, serving as a champion for targeted airport, heavy paving, and major utility projects.

The Construction Manager will have responsibility for project execution, daily field oversight, and contract administration, while also participating in client coordination and project pursuits. They will lead and manage project teams, supervise field inspectors, and develop/train/mentor assigned team members.

This role must be based out of the San Francisco Area. At TYLin, you will work with talented professionals on complex infrastructure projects that shape how people and communities connect. Our aviation teams support airport owners and stakeholders in delivering safe, resilient, sustainable, and constructible solutions for some of the world’s most important transportation facilities.

You will have opportunities to lead meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines and regions, mentor the next generation of professionals, and grow your career through technical excellence, client impact, and professional leadership.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Work with Sector Leadership and key management personnel to identify and pursue aviation and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as Project Manager / Resident Engineer on assigned projects, assuming full financial, staffing, scope, schedule, and safety management responsibilities.
• Conduct construction supervision, field inspection, and daily observation of contractor operations for complex heavy paving and utility installations.
• Coordinate between field inspectors and contractor representatives to supervise the work being performed and testing being conducted.
• Monitor the progress of the work and report any major deviations from schedule, contract price, or quantity of the work.
• Manage client expectations and assure client satisfaction related to major municipal and airport authority projects.
• Coordinate with airport operations, utility companies, involved government agencies, and public outreach teams with respect to all aspects of construction sequencing and closures.
• Track submittals, RFIs, and change orders by contractors to ensure reviews and approvals are in place prior to construction.
• Maintain rigorous records, books, and accounting records relevant to costs incurred during the performance of the work, including tracking additional services and out-of-scope work.
• Perform final inspection, preparation of punch lists, contract completion, final acceptance, and close-out procedures.
• Supervise, coach, and train team members, field inspectors, and junior project managers.
• Responsible for project quality, ensuring QA/QC processes are strictly completed on each project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field required.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 12+ years of experience in Project/Construction Management activities, including managing construction field teams and field inspections.
• Demonstrated experience in Aviation construction (airside/landside paving, runway/taxiway rehabilitation) and heavy civil infrastructure (deep utilities, wet/dry utility relocation, major earthwork).
• Familiarity with local Northern California agencies and applicable FAA/local specifications and documentation practices.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills are required.
• Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions.
• Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges.
• High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.
• Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $173,000 - $211,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.