Principal CIP Construction Leader - Water Infrastructure

r9-asce; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego County Water Authority seeks a Principal Construction Manager to lead construction management for major CIP projects. This role provides technical guidance to in-house and consultant teams, ensuring safe, efficient delivery aligned with Water Authority standards.

Ideal candidates bring extensive water utility and heavy civil construction experience, with strong leadership, multi-project management, and excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience directing construction teams on large projects.
• Strong background in heavy civil construction and water utility infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor construction managers and inspectors.
• Oversee scopes, schedules, budgets, and contract administration.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, member agencies, and stakeholders.
• Review and resolve complex construction and engineering issues.
• Support CIP project development and organizational objectives.
• Review change orders, specs, and construction standards.

Skills

Leadership

Construction management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract administration

Stakeholder coordination

Staff development

Problem solving

Job description

San Diego County Water Authority seeks a Principal Construction Manager to lead construction management for major CIP projects. This role provides technical guidance to in-house and consultant teams, ensuring safe, efficient delivery aligned with Water Authority standards.

Ideal candidates bring extensive water utility and heavy civil construction experience, with strong leadership, multi-project management, and excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.