On-Site Public Works Construction Manager – Bay Area

Cole Management & Engineering (CME); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical coverage

Job summary

Cole Management & Engineering in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks an experienced Construction Manager to oversee on-site delivery of transportation and public works projects. You will ensure safety, schedule, budget, and conformance with contract documents.

The role requires Caltrans standards familiarity, field leadership, and coordination with agencies, utilities, and contractors. A California driver’s license and OSHA 30 preferred; a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction management on public works or transportation infrastructure in California.
• Extensive knowledge of Caltrans standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Experience leading field teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day field management and oversight of active construction projects including roadway rehabilitation and utility infrastructure.
• Monitor contractor performance for compliance with plans, specifications, permits, and safety requirements.
• Manage and coordinate field inspection staff, ensuring adequate coverage and quality.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, daily reports, changes, and progress pay estimates.
• Conduct pre-construction conferences, weekly progress meetings, and final inspections.
• Coordinate with utility companies, permitting agencies, traffic management, and adjacent property owners.
• Identify schedule impacts, cost overruns, and constructability issues; recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA safety standards and agency procedures.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation through closeout, including punchlists and as-built verification.

Skills

Field leadership

Scheduling

Cost control

Contract administration

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Public agency coordination

Team coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Construction management documentation tools

Job description

Cole Management & Engineering in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks an experienced Construction Manager to oversee on-site delivery of transportation and public works projects. You will ensure safety, schedule, budget, and conformance with contract documents.

The role requires Caltrans standards familiarity, field leadership, and coordination with agencies, utilities, and contractors. A California driver’s license and OSHA 30 preferred; a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction