Project Manager

LVI Associates; California (MO); On-site; USD 84,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

LVI Associates in California seeks a Project Manager to lead utility, heavy civil, and electrical construction projects from award to closeout, ensuring safety, efficiency and profitability across Northern and Central California.

You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and client communications, partnering with field leadership to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of project management in utility, heavy civil, or electrical construction.
• Experience managing projects in the $5M–$25M+ range.
• Strong understanding of field operations, scheduling, and cost controls.
• Ability to work effectively with self‑perform crews and subcontractors.
• Solid communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from award through closeout.
• Manage budgets and cost codes.
• Track production and performance.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers.
• Handle RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Support accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Serve as primary client contact.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Scheduling

Cost control

Leadership

Job description

Project Manager (PR/589358) California, USA

Salary: USD140000 - USD140000 per year

Salary: Up to $140,000 (DOE)

A leading contractor specializing in utility, electrical, and heavy civil infrastructure projects is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support a growing portfolio of work across Northern and Central California. This role is well‑suited for a hands‑on construction PM who thrives in a field‑driven environment, enjoys ownership of project outcomes, and values working within a close‑knit, low‑bureaucracy organization.

Role Overview

The Project Manager will oversee projects from award through closeout, with responsibility for cost control, scheduling, coordination, and client communication. This position works closely with superintendents and field leadership to ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably.

Key duties include managing budgets and cost codes, tracking production and performance, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers, handling RFIs, submittals, and change orders, and supporting accurate forecasting and reporting. The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for clients and play a critical role in maintaining strong working relationships.

What You Bring

• 5–10+ years of project management experience in utility, heavy civil, or electrical construction
• Experience managing projects in the $5M–$25M+ range
• Strong understanding of field operations, scheduling, and cost controls
• Ability to work effectively with self‑perform crews and subcontractors
• Solid communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

If you’re a Project Manager looking for long‑term stability, real project ownership, and work with a respected utility contractor, this is a strong opportunity to explore.