Construction Project Lead

Socket.dev; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a Construction Manager to oversee on-site construction inspection and contract administration for public works projects. The role involves enforcing compliance with contract documents, preparing change orders, and maintaining records for payments.

Ideal candidates have Civil/Construction Engineering background and 1–3 years of public works PM experience, with strong communication and independent work abilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with a major in Civil or Construction Engineering.
• Familiarity with Greenbook and Standard Plans; experience using them.
• Knowledge of Caltrans Standard Specifications, Plans and Provisions.
• Knowledge of Cal/OSHA Construction Safety Orders.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Ability to identify problems and propose solutions.
• 1–3 years of aggregate construction management experience on road, bridge, flood control, sewer or water projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection and on-site management of projects.
• Prepare change orders, daily logs, and work records for payment.
• Coordinate materials testing and construction staking.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, officials, and staff.
• Coordinate the construction of the project and maintain budgets/schedules.
• Administer project contracts and monitor cost/schedule performance.
• Review contractor submittals and coordinate close-out activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Public speaking

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Civil or Construction Engineering

Job description

Socket.dev seeks a Construction Manager to oversee on-site construction inspection and contract administration for public works projects. The role involves enforcing compliance with contract documents, preparing change orders, and maintaining records for payments.

Ideal candidates have Civil/Construction Engineering background and 1–3 years of public works PM experience, with strong communication and independent work abilities.