Senior Project Manager

Judge Direct Placement; Irvine (CA); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Judge Direct Placement is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager in Irvine, CA to lead Public Works and infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will deliver high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget while coordinating with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical construction knowledge, proven leadership, and a track record of managing complex projects through all

Formación

• 8–10 years of construction project management experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience managing Public Works, Educational, Municipal, or Infrastructure projects preferred.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, proactive sense of urgency, and organizational/negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of scheduling, procurement, estimating, and cost control.
• Understanding of contract administration and project accounting principles.

Responsabilidades

• Manage multiple projects or large, complex construction assignments.
• Develop project estimates, budgets, and contract pricing (GMP and Lump Sum).
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontract agreements and material purchases.
• Establish project controls for buyout, submittals, procurement, and delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subs.
• Lead safety planning with field leadership and procedures.
• Provide timely project reporting to senior management.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise project team members.
• Organize project meetings with stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Review contracts and ensure compliance with obligations.
• Oversee documentation of events, including change orders, delays, claims, and incidents.
• Lead preconstruction planning and coordination activities.
• Prepare, negotiate, and issue subcontractor bid packages.
• Support business development initiatives and client interviews.
• Maintain strict quality control standards and project excellence.
• Collaborate with estimating during bidding activities.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, disputes, and claims.
• Manage closeout procedures and documentation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Scheduling

Risk Management

Team Development

Budgeting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture

Descripción del empleo

An established and growing construction organization is seeking an experienced, driven, and detail-oriented Construction Project Manager to lead Public Works and infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget while fostering strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical construction knowledge, leadership skills, and a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects throughout all phases of construction

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple projects or large, complex construction assignments simultaneously
• Develop project estimates, budgets, and contract pricing, including GMP and Lump Sum contracts
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontract agreements and material purchases
• Establish project procedures and controls to ensure timely buyout, submittal approvals, procurement, and material delivery
• Build and maintain positive relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Partner with field leadership to develop and implement project-specific safety plans and procedures
• Provide timely, accurate project reporting to senior management
• Lead, mentor, and supervise project team members
• Organize and facilitate project meetings with stakeholders and subcontractors
• Review contract requirements and ensure compliance with all project obligations
• Oversee documentation of project events, including change orders, delays, claims, and incidents
• Lead preconstruction planning and coordination activities
• Prepare, negotiate, and issue subcontractor bid packages
• Support business development initiatives and participate in client interviews and presentations
• Maintain strict quality control standards and ensure project excellence
• Collaborate with estimating teams and provide expertise during bidding activities
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, disputes, and claims
• Manage project closeout procedures and documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8-10 years of construction project management experience, including leadership and supervisory responsibilities
• Experience managing Public Works, Educational, Municipal, or Infrastructure projects preferred
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development abilities
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive sense of urgency
• Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of construction means and methods, project scheduling, procurement, estimating, and cost control
• Understanding of contract administration, contract law, and project accounting principles