Senior Construction Manager

GEI Consultants; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 71,635 - 121,228; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Professional Development

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Rancho Cordova, California is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to oversee large, complex heavy civil projects, such as dams and pipelines. You will lead project delivery, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and a minimum of 15 years' experience in heavy civil construction. The position offers market-competitive compensation and a supportive culture focused on professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Demonstrated leadership of complex infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction delivery of major heavy civil capital projects.
• Supervise Construction Managers and Engineers.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.

Skills

Leadership in construction management

Project management

Construction contracts expertise

Cost control and scheduling

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in California

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Construction Manager to provide leadership and oversight for large, complex heavy civil infrastructure projects including dams, pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, levees, and groundwater wells. This role serves as the owner’s senior representative during construction, managing multiple projects and teams while ensuring safety, schedule, budget, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction delivery of multiple major heavy civil capital projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Directly supervise and provide technical direction and mentorship to Construction Managers, Office Engineers, and Inspectors.
• Oversee construction of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, and groundwater well facilities.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, permits, contracts, and applicable regulations.
• Manage project schedules, cost controls, forecasts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Review and approve contractor pay applications, change orders, claims, and time extensions.
• Enforce jobsite safety programs and environmental compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, utilities, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Provide comprehensive constructability reviews of plan and specifications.
• Resolve complex construction issues, disputes, and unforeseen field conditions.
• Provide executive‑level reporting on project status, risks, and performance.
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning, final acceptance, and turnover to operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in California and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) through Construction Management Association of America.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction and management.
• Demonstrated leadership of large, complex infrastructure projects involving dams, pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or groundwater wells.
• Strong expertise in construction contracts, claims management, scheduling, and cost control.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering public works, water/wastewater, flood control, or utility capital programs.
• Experience working with multiple contractors under alternative delivery methods (DBB, CMAR, design‑build).

Benefits

• Market‑Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $52.00 - $88.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Sedentary, Light, Medium, Other

Physical activity levels: Occasional (0-35% of day), Frequent (33-66% of day), 67-100% of day

Standing: 4-6 hours; Walking: 2 hours; Climbing: 2 hours; Lifting (floor to waist level): 20 lbs; Lifting (waist level and above): 20 lbs; Reaching forward, overhead: 10 min; Keyboard use/repetitive motion: 4-6 hours

EEO Statement

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.