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Construction Project Manager (Public Works)

Jobot

Oakland, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$140,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Bidding, Budgeting, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Forecasting, Government Contracts, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Primavera, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Public Works, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Schedule Development, Team Player
LOCATION
Oakland, CA
POSTED
Today
Large public works project - Seeking Construction Project Manager

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kal Mayer
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Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are an established Bay Area general contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality public works, civic, educational, infrastructure, and municipal construction projects throughout Northern California. Our team specializes in complex public agency work and has successfully completed a wide range of projects for cities, counties, school districts, special districts, and other public-sector clients.

Our projects typically range from $5M-$12M and involve significant coordination with owners, consultants, inspectors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies. We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a strong understanding of public works construction and project delivery.

Why join us?

Stable and respected Bay Area general contractor with a strong project backlog
Opportunity to manage meaningful public works projects that directly impact local communities
Collaborative leadership team with a reputation for supporting project staff
Diverse portfolio including civic, infrastructure, educational, and municipal construction
Ability to take ownership of projects from award through closeout
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Long-term growth opportunities within a growing organization

Job Details

Job Details

The Project Manager will oversee public works construction projects from award through closeout. This role is responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement activities, client communication, and overall project execution while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and public agency standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage projects from preconstruction through final closeout
Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and project stakeholders
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract administration
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, consultants, and public agencies
Support field operations alongside Superintendents and project teams
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and public works requirements

Requirements:

5+ years of Construction Project Management experience
Strong public works and public agency project experience
Experience with prevailing wage, public bidding, utility coordination, permits, inspections, and government contracts
Proficiency with Procore and Primavera P6
Knowledge of grading, paving, concrete, site development, scheduling, and cost control
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com