Project Manager

Cole Management & Engineering (CME); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Cole Management & Engineering (CME) seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead transportation and public infrastructure projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will serve as the primary liaison between CME, public agency clients, and contractors, managing projects from initiation through closeout with an emphasis on schedule, budget, and contract administration.

Ideal candidates will have Caltrans experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to oversee multiple

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing transportation or public works infrastructure projects, preferably for California public agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway rehabilitation, streetscape improvements, interchange construction, and utility projects for public agency clients.

Skills

Public agency PM

Caltrans processes

Scheduling

Cost control

Contract administration

PE/PM certs

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

PE or PMP preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

CME is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead transportation and public infrastructure projects for agency clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact between CME, our public agency clients, and construction contractors, managing projects from initiation through closeout with a heavy emphasis on schedule, budget, and contract administration.

Previous Caltrans and public agency project management experience is highly desired. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. This position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to work on high-profile transportation infrastructure programs across the Bay Area.

Day-to-day Responsibilities May Include

• Manage all phases of transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway rehabilitation, streetscape improvements, interchange construction, and utility projects for public agency clients.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans; track progress against milestones and prepare status reports for agency stakeholders.
• Oversee contract administration functions including processing contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders (CCOs), progress payments, and claims.
• Coordinate with design engineers, construction managers, inspectors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies to resolve project issues.
• Prepare and present project status reports, risk assessments, and budget forecasts to agency leadership.
• Ensure compliance with Caltrans standards, Local Assistance Procedures, and agency-specific guidelines and requirements.
• Manage project documentation including correspondence, meeting minutes, contract records, and closeout documentation.
• Supervise and mentor junior project staff and coordinate with CME’s administrative support team.
• Prepare or review and approve progress reports related to contractor payments.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing transportation or public works infrastructure projects, preferably for California public agencies.
• Demonstrated experience with Caltrans project delivery processes, cooperative agreements, and Local Assistance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration, scheduling, cost control, and claims management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; PE or PMP certification preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Hourly: DOE

Full Medical Coverage

Cole Management & Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.