Construction Services Manager

Wolff/Lang/Christopher Architects; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive compensation

Medical benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

PBK Construction is seeking a Construction Services Manager to act as the on-site liaison between clients, contractors, and project stakeholders in California. The role protects the owner's interests by monitoring progress, quality, and schedule while collaborating with internal project teams.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in construction administration, strong communication skills, and proficiency with PlanGrid or Procore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in construction-related field.
• 3+ years in construction administration or management.
• Ability to read construction documents, specs, and project schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction documents, specifications, submittals, and project schedules.
• Monitor construction progress to help ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Serve as the liaison between clients, contractors, and project stakeholders during construction activities.
• Represent the owner's interests on-site throughout the duration of projects.
• Observe contractor performance and adherence to project quality standards, contract documents, and schedule requirements.
• Document site observations, project progress, and field conditions through reports and meeting documentation.
• Coordinate with internal architectural and engineering teams to support timely resolution of field issues.
• Support a positive client experience through responsive communication and professional relationship management.

Skills

Construction docs interpretation

Project coordination

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering

Tools

PlanGrid

Procore

Job description

The Construction Services Manager serves as the liaison between clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout the construction phase of projects. This individual acts as an on-site representative of the firm, protecting the owner's interests by monitoring project progress, quality standards, and schedule adherence. The role requires strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, clients, and internal project teams.

Your Impact:

• Read and interpret construction documents, specifications, submittals, and project schedules.
• Monitor construction progress to help ensure projects remain on schedule and aligned with project objectives.
• Serve as the liaison between clients, contractors, and project stakeholders during construction activities.
• Represent the owner's interests on-site throughout the duration of projects.
• Observe contractor performance and adherence to project quality standards, contract documents, and schedule requirements.
• Document site observations, project progress, and field conditions through reports and meeting documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate updates, concerns, and resolutions with project teams and clients.
• Coordinate with internal architectural and engineering teams to support timely resolution of field issues.
• Support a positive client experience through responsive communication and professional relationship management.

Here's What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of construction administration, construction management, or related field experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, specifications, and project schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license required. Position requires regular travel between jobsites.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project demands, and work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Strong written documentation, organizational, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with senior management, clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong customer service mindset with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and exercise sound judgment in the field.

Here's How You'll Stand Out:

• Experience with PlanGrid, Procore, or similar construction management software preferred.

The actual offered base salary for California locations will vary depending on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, work location, and internal equity. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role will be at or near the top half of the range provided, but the decision will be dependent on the factors of each individual case. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation in the form of discretionary bonuses in addition to base salary and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. The salary range for this position is below.

$67,597.00 - $101,396.00

PBK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants can be considered for an opportunity without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, criminal history, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all phases of employment in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.