Construction Project Lead - Travel Ready

CDM Smith

Carlsbad (CA)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 156,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Manager in California to lead portions of prime contracts, manage staff, and coordinate resources with external vendors. You will communicate deadlines, supervise project teams, and ensure timely billing and client satisfaction on complex construction programs.

Travel 60–90% may be required. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least four years of related experience.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
  • 4 years of related experience.
  • Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Leads portions of the prime project contract and staff management.
  • Advises manager of the overall project on their portion.
  • Implements project plan of overall project manager.
  • Implements project resource plan and manages staffing of assigned portions.
  • Determines staffing and coordinates outside resources (subs/vendors) and ensures procurement processes.
  • Communicates project deadlines, assignments and objectives to project team.

Skills

Advanced mathematical knowledge
Verbal and written communication
Project staff leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Project Manager in California to lead portions of prime contracts, manage staff, and coordinate resources with external vendors. You will communicate deadlines, supervise project teams, and ensure timely billing and client satisfaction on complex construction programs.

Travel 60–90% may be required. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least four years of related experience.

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