Construction PM – Public Works & Infrastructure Leader

Judge Direct Placement; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Judge Direct Placement is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager in Irvine, CA to lead Public Works and infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will deliver high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget while coordinating with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical construction knowledge, proven leadership, and a track record of managing complex projects through all

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of construction project management experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience managing Public Works, Educational, Municipal, or Infrastructure projects preferred.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, proactive sense of urgency, and organizational/negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of scheduling, procurement, estimating, and cost control.
• Understanding of contract administration and project accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects or large, complex construction assignments.
• Develop project estimates, budgets, and contract pricing (GMP and Lump Sum).
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontract agreements and material purchases.
• Establish project controls for buyout, submittals, procurement, and delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subs.
• Lead safety planning with field leadership and procedures.
• Provide timely project reporting to senior management.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise project team members.
• Organize project meetings with stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Review contracts and ensure compliance with obligations.
• Oversee documentation of events, including change orders, delays, claims, and incidents.
• Lead preconstruction planning and coordination activities.
• Prepare, negotiate, and issue subcontractor bid packages.
• Support business development initiatives and client interviews.
• Maintain strict quality control standards and project excellence.
• Collaborate with estimating during bidding activities.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, disputes, and claims.
• Manage closeout procedures and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Scheduling

Risk Management

Team Development

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture

Job description

Judge Direct Placement is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager in Irvine, CA to lead Public Works and infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will deliver high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget while coordinating with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical construction knowledge, proven leadership, and a track record of managing complex projects through all