Project Manager

Department: Project Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Irvine, CA

Compensation: $115,000 - $165,000 / year

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Champion project safety, quality, scheduling, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle, partnering with field leadership on safety and quality expectations.
• Lead schedule planning, monitoring, and recovery efforts to keep projects on track, identifying and mitigating risks to scope, cost, and schedule.
• Administer prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change management processes, including contractual communications, notices, and dispute resolution.
• Own project budgeting, forecasting, billing, and cash flow management; lead financial reviews and correct budget variances.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project team members.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders, building relationships that drive trust and repeat business.
• Apply construction means-and-methods knowledge to guide project planning, subcontractor coordination, field logistics, and sequencing.
• Integrate VDC/BIM initiatives with constructability, schedule, and field execution strategy.
• Lead turnover, commissioning, and closeout activities through successful project completion.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 7+ years of progressively responsible construction industry experience, including multifamily or senior living project work.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, project controls, scheduling, procurement, cost management, and risk management.
• Advanced understanding of construction means and methods, constructability, VDC/BIM processes, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management platforms such as Procore, CMiC, and/or Navisworks.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage project financial performance, teams, and client relationships.
• Strong communicator who builds trust and influences outcomes across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification, or ability to obtain within established company timelines.

Benefits

• Work on multifamily and senior living projects with a company that specifically values that background.
• 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company with a track record dating back to 1925 — 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.