Construction Manager

Carollo Engineers, Inc.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement bonuses

Professional registration bonuses

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Carollo Engineers, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager to oversee water and related facility projects. You will manage budgets, monitor construction quality, ensure safety on site, and coordinate with clients, contractors, and senior engineers.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to develop proposals, write reports, and negotiate contracts. This is a hands-on, senior position in a national consulting practice.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of construction management processes and financial aspects.
• Ability to work independently with strong personnel management skills.
• Excellent communication with clients, contractors and project teams within budget and schedule constraints.

Responsibilities

• Monitor budgets and ensure cost control across projects.
• Observe and report on safety issues at the project site.
• Prepare monthly contract status reports and budget reviews.
• Coordinate construction activities with other managers.
• Participate in interviews and write proposals and letters.
• Develop portions of proposals and meeting agendas.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts and change orders.
• Identify potential projects and pitch proposals.

Skills

Construction management

Budget management

Client communication

Team leadership

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

Project leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Engineering/Construction degree or related

Tools

Primavera P6

Bentley PWCM (EADOC)

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for budget monitoring
• Monitors and enforces construction quality
• Responsible for monitoring, observing and reporting on safety issues of the project site
• Prepares monthly contract status reports, budget reviews, amendment requests and negotiations
• Coordinates personnel and construction activities with other construction managers throughout the companies
• Responsible for preparing and participating in interviews
• Develops portions of proposals and prepares meeting agendas
• Prepares and negotiates contracts
• Responsible for identifying potential projects, writing proposals, making presentations, drafting letters and participating in interviews
• Mentors and trains mid level resident engineers
• Report and letter writing

Qualifications

• Requires thorough understanding of construction management processes and in-depth financial understanding of construction management.
• Ability to work independently and have strong personnel management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors and lead engineer/project team, and deliver high quality services within budget and schedule constraints
• Detail orientated and extremely organized
• Work within a team environment and communicate clearly to lead engineer, clients and contractor
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to learn quickly
• Strong knowledge of construction management software includingPrimavera P6 and Bentley PWCM (EADOC)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of construction methods, standards, specifications and plans
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Strong computer and internet skills
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 10years experience in managing the construction of water and wastewater facilities; the last 5 years of experienceshould includeprojects with a construction value of over $15 million
• Certified Construction Manager or professional engineer
• Completion of OSHA 10-hour safety course and other construction safety training
• Critical Leadership position that requires project lead experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction related program

Compensation Range

$160,000 to $165,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

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