Construction Manager I: Civil Projects Lead & Inspection

DVJ Consulting Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DVJ Consulting Engineers is seeking Construction Managers to oversee public works construction projects in Los Angeles. Responsibilities include inspection, contract administration, change orders, and on-site management of complex projects.

Candidates should have a Civil/Construction Engineering degree, be familiar with Greenbook specs, Caltrans standards, and Cal/OSHA orders, and possess strong communication and independent-work skills with 1–3 years in construction management on related

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with a major in Civil or Construction Engineering.
• Familiarity with Greenbook specs and standard plans for Public Works construction, and experience using them.
• Working knowledge of Caltrans Standard Specifications, Plans, and Provisions; and experience in their use.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA Construction Safety Orders.
• Ability to interpret plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• 1–3 years of aggregated construction management experience on road/bridge/flood control projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection and enforce contract compliance; manage on-site construction activities.
• Prepare change orders, logs, and records for payments; maintain as-built plans and conduct contract administration tasks.
• Coordinate materials testing and construction staking with Department staff.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and officials; manage project budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate project construction, review submittals, and monitor cost/schedule performance.
• Administer contracts and respond to contractor correspondence; assist in training staff as needed.
• Interface with other departments to resolve issues and coordinate planning and delivery techniques.
• Prepare and run project meetings, and maintain accurate minutes.
• Oversee public outreach programs related to hiring and small business outreach.

Skills

Strong communication

Public speaking

Independent work

Problem solving

Field inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Construction Engineering

Job description

DVJ Consulting Engineers is seeking Construction Managers to oversee public works construction projects in Los Angeles. Responsibilities include inspection, contract administration, change orders, and on-site management of complex projects.

Candidates should have a Civil/Construction Engineering degree, be familiar with Greenbook specs, Caltrans standards, and Cal/OSHA orders, and possess strong communication and independent-work skills with 1–3 years in construction management on related