Sr Project Manager

W.E. O'Neil Construction; California; On-site; USD 155,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employee-owned (ESOP) company

Bonus program

Medical/dental/vision insurance

PTO / sick leave

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Student debt assistance

Job summary

W.E. O’Neil Construction in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large, complex commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects valued at $200M+ from preconstruction through closeout. You will own project delivery and guide a high-performing team to success.

You’ll manage Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers, set execution standards, and be a trusted senior voice for clients while contributing to pursuits and early planning that shape projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience with a general contractor.
• Demonstrated success managing $200M+ projects in commercial/mixed-use/multifamily.
• Proven experience leading and developing project teams.
• Expert understanding of contracts, controls, scheduling, cost management, and risk.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret construction docs, specs, schedules, and financials.
• Knowledge of means/methods, constructability, and VDC/BIM processes.
• Strong business judgment and decision-making on complex projects.
• Clear communicator building trust with clients and leadership.
• Proficiency with MS Office and PM platforms (Procore, CMiC, Navisworks).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; OSHA 30-Hour certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large, complex projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Own project financial performance: forecasting, budgeting, billing, cash flow.
• Administer prime/subcontracts, purchase orders, and change management.
• Identify and mitigate risks to safety, quality, schedule, and cost; resolve claims.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, ASMs, and Project Engineers.
• Build long-term relationships with owners, design partners, and subcontractors.
• Support pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to win work.
• Partner with field leadership to enforce safety and quality standards.
• Use VDC/BIM to support constructability and risk reduction.
• Oversee turnover, commissioning, and closeout; ensure project completion.
• Share lessons learned and support training and development.

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Contract administration

VDC/BIM

Reading contracts/docs

MS Office

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

OSHA 30-Hour certification

Tools

Procore

CMiC

Navisworks

Job description

Department: Project Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Irvine, CA

Compensation: $155,000 - $210,000 / year

Description

W.E. O’Neil is looking for a Senior Project Manager in Irvine to lead large, complex commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects with values of $200M and above. You’ll own project delivery from preconstruction through closeout and lead the team that gets it done.

This is a leadership role. You’ll manage Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers, set the standard for how the team runs its jobs, and act as a trusted senior voice for the client. You’ll also be involved in pursuits, interviews, and the early planning that shapes a project before work starts.

This role reports to a Project Director, Project Executive, or Vice President of Operations, and works closely with clients, design teams, trade partners, field leadership, and company leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large, complex projects from preconstruction through closeout, including planning, constructability, logistics, procurement, staffing, and scheduling
• Own project financial performance, including forecasting, budgeting, billing, and cash flow
• Lead administration of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change management
• Identify, evaluate, and reduce risks to safety, quality, schedule, and cost, and help resolve claims or disputes before they grow
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers through coaching, delegation, and accountability
• Build long-term relationships with owners, design partners, consultants, and subcontractors
• Support pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to win new work
• Partner with field leadership to set and maintain safety and quality expectations on every project
• Use VDC/BIM to support constructability, coordination, and risk reduction
• Oversee turnover, commissioning, and closeout so projects finish clean
• Share lessons learned across the team and support company training, recruiting, and development efforts

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 8+ years of progressively responsible construction experience with a general contractor
• Demonstrated success managing projects of $200M+ in commercial, mixed-use, or multifamily construction
• Proven experience leading and developing project teams, including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers
• Expert understanding of construction contracts, project controls, scheduling, procurement, cost management, and risk management
• Advanced ability to read and interpret construction documents, contracts, specifications, schedules, and financial reports
• Strong knowledge of means and methods, constructability, and VDC/BIM processes
• Strong business judgment and the ability to make sound decisions on complex projects
• Clear communicator who builds trust with clients, teams, and company leadership
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management platforms such as Procore, CMiC, and/or Navisworks
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• OSHA 30-Hour certification, or the ability to obtain it within company timelines

Benefits

• Lead significant projects and a team of your own, with real ownership of the outcome
• Work on large commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects with a company that is serious about doing them well
• Help build the next generation of PMs and PEs, with support for mentoring, training, and growth
• A seat at the table on pursuits and client strategy, not just delivery
• 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company with a track record dating back to 1925, so your work has a direct stake in the outcome
• Full benefits package: competitive pay, bonus program, medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO/sick leave, life insurance, 401(k) with match, and a student debt assistance program

W.E. O’Neil Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.