Project Manager, Construction

ARCO National Holdings; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401k

Sabbatical program

Paid vacation

Volunteer leave

Insurance

Maternity leave

Scholarship program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ARCO, a leading design-build firm in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Project Manager to drive construction projects from inception through completion. You will manage estimates, negotiate contracts, plan and schedule work, and coordinate with owners and the design team to optimize value.

The role requires 3–5+ years of PM experience, a design-build background, and proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project. ARCO offers a robust benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of project management experience.
• High preference for design-build experience.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and review project estimates, contracts, and budgets.
• Coordinate with owners and design teams on drawings and scope.
• Lead meetings with stakeholders to review scope and cost-saving ideas.
• Oversee subcontractor buyouts and scheduling.
• Conduct biweekly on-site progress meetings.
• Uphold quality and integrity in all project processes.
• Make timely decisions to meet client expectations.

Skills

PM experience

Design-build

Project management

client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Ready to experience a better way to build your career? ARCO hires only the best and brightest dedicated to providing our clients with superior solutions, cultivating our award-winning workplace culture, and driving success at all levels of the business.

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead construction projects from inception to completion. Because ARCO is committed to creating opportunities for individual success, from day one, you will be given the tools to excel in your role, take on meaningful responsibilities, and experience why ARCO is truly the best place to build a career.

A Day in the Life:

• Responsible for managerial and administrative aspects of construction projects, including estimating, contract negotiations, proposal preparation, planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and execution
• Ensure an accurate and complete project estimate
• Work closely with owners and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings
• Participate in the proposal meeting with the owner to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, and provide value engineering ideas
• Oversee the buyout process and the selection of subcontractors
• Conduct biweekly job site meetings on site
• Organize, plan, and manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results
• Commit to quality by evaluating project-related processes
• Make sound decisions under tight deadlines to meet/exceed internal and external client expectations
• Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and associates

Necessary Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of project management experience
• Highly prefer design-build experience
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g. Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project)
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required

What We Can Offer You:

At ARCO, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset - our team. ARCO's best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.

• 100% employer-funded ESOP to all associates
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 3 weeks of vacation
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year and 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 100% paid 12-week maternity leave
• Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child
• Tuition reimbursement for associates

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MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR's Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is Yes! we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO's Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

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