Lead Civil Project Manager: Underground & Utilities

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Civil and Underground Utility projects and serve as the primary on-site leader for safety, financial performance, and team development. The role ensures quality and timely completion of the project.

Responsibilities include supervising field staff, coordinating with clients and design teams, and managing project schedules and subcontractors across California sites, with potential travel or relocation as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM or Engineering required.
• 7+ years' experience as a general contractor/subcontractor on sitework, underground utility and heavy civil projects.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating with clients, design teams, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety programs and maintain safe work areas on site.
• Manage civil projects including earthwork, utilities, paving, and subcontract management.
• Track project financials, pay requests, and change orders.

Skills

Project leadership

On-site construction management

Stakeholder communication

Travel/relocation flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

HCSS/Heavy Jobs

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Civil and Underground Utility projects and serve as the primary on-site leader for safety, financial performance, and team development. The role ensures quality and timely completion of the project.

Responsibilities include supervising field staff, coordinating with clients and design teams, and managing project schedules and subcontractors across California sites, with potential travel or relocation as needed.