Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager Southern California San Diego, CA (On-site) Senior Project Manager K-12 Education / Design-Build Projects Location: San Diego, CA | On-site (Project Sites & Regional Office) Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $160,000$190,000 About the Role My client is hiring an experienced Senior Project Manager to provide PM/CM Services as an owners representative on multiple Division of the State Architect (DSA) K-12 education projects in Southern California. This hands-on leadership role oversees three regional design-build projects and is ideal for a project leader with strong construction management expertise who wants to build a long-term career with a growing and innovative organization. You will serve as the clients representative on-site, providing executive oversight and ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and contract requirements while managing teams of contractors, consultants, and design professionals. What Youll Be Doing Provide PM/CM services as the owners representative across multiple K-12 education projects Ensure projects are executed according to project management procedures and company policies Oversee procurement, RFQs, RFPs, contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications Coordinate and monitor contractors, engineers, architects, and related project teams Manage project controls, costs, schedules, and performance metrics Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while advising regional executives Participate in internal teams focused on continuous improvement Enforce workplace safety and communicate policies to project teams What Were Looking For Required Experience 12+ years in the Design/Engineering/Construction (DEC) industry Minimum of 5 years as a Project Manager Experience managing projects using the Design-Build delivery method Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred Proficient in MS Office Suite and Bluebeam; P6 and Procore knowledge preferred Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills Preferred Credentials Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification strongly desired LEED Professional Accreditation preferred Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred Valid California drivers license with a clean driving record Why This Opportunity? Lead multiple high-impact K-12 education design-build projects Serve as the owners representative and senior on-site leader Build a long-term career with a growing, innovative organization Comprehensive benefits including performance bonuses, health plans, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and more How to Apply Apply directly through LinkedIn with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a confidential conversation.

Created: 2026-03-10