Construction Project Manager (Public Works)

Jobot; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee public works projects in the Bay Area. You will manage schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement, and client communications from award through closeout, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and public agency standards.

The role demands strong public works experience, leadership, and clear communication to coordinate with owners, consultants, inspectors, and regulators.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Construction Project Management experience.
• Strong public works and public agency project experience.
• Proficiency with Procore and Primavera P6; knowledge of grading, paving, concrete, site development, scheduling, and cost control.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract administration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, consultants, and public agencies.
• Support field operations alongside Superintendents and project teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and public works requirements.

Skills

Project management

Public works experience

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

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Job details:Large public works project - Seeking Construction Project Manager

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kal Mayer

Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:We are an established Bay Area general contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality public works, civic, educational, infrastructure, and municipal construction projects throughout Northern California. Our team specializes in complex public agency work and has successfully completed a wide range of projects for cities, counties, school districts, special districts, and other public-sector clients.

Our projects typically range from $5M-$12M and involve significant coordination with owners, consultants, inspectors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies. We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a strong understanding of public works construction and project delivery.

Why join us:

• Stable and respected Bay Area general contractor with a strong project backlog
• Opportunity to manage meaningful public works projects that directly impact local communities
• Collaborative leadership team with a reputation for supporting project staff
• Diverse portfolio including civic, infrastructure, educational, and municipal construction
• Ability to take ownership of projects from award through closeout
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Long-term growth opportunities within a growing organization

Job Details

The Project Manager will oversee public works construction projects from award through closeout. This role is responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement activities, client communication, and overall project execution while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and public agency standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects from preconstruction through final closeout
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and project stakeholders
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract administration
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, consultants, and public agencies
• Support field operations alongside Superintendents and project teams
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and public works requirements

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Construction Project Management experience
• Strong public works and public agency project experience
• Experience with prevailing wage, public bidding, utility coordination, permits, inspections, and government contracts
• Proficiency with Procore and Primavera P6
• Knowledge of grading, paving, concrete, site development, scheduling, and cost control
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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